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Having Zero Black Women in the U.S. Senate After Kamala Harris' Exit Is a ‘Travesty of Justice,' Advocates Say
There will be no Black women in the Senate once Sen. Kamala Harris leaves the chamber to become vice president. Political strategist Atima Omara and Rev. Leah Daughtry, a former CEO of the Democratic National Convention Committee, joined LX News to discuss the lack of representation of Black women, what it means for democracy and its ties to institutional racism.
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‘Bridgerton' Star Nicola Coughlan Claps Back at Critics of the Show's Diversity
Nicola Coughlan, who portrays Penelope Featherington on “Bridgerton,” recently shut down critics who had something to say about the show’s diverse casting in a period piece.
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There Are Very Few Black Women Federal Judges Today — Here's Why and How It Needs to Change
A history of racism and sexism in our country has translated to a lack of diversity in our federal judges. But it’s also due to neglected talent and political will, says the co-author of an opinion piece in The National Law Journal about the lack of Black women federal judges. Professor Catherine Smith of the University of Denver Sturm College...
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New UMD Residence Halls to Be Named for Diversity Contributors
The University of Maryland is breaking with tradition in order to honor its diversity. The school announced it will name two of its new dorms after people of color who broke barriers at the university. Prince George’s County Bureau Chief Tracee Wilkins spoke with one of those history makers.
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Biden Introduces His Climate Team, Says ‘No Time to Waste'
President-elect Joe Biden says the United States needs a unified, national response to dealing with climate change just as it has for COVID-19
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Cooper Hewitt Acquires Two Emojis That Symbolize Inclusion
The Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum has acquired two emojis that have helped broaden diversity for users of the tiny pictures
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‘Something Very Historical': Push for Diverse Biden Cabinet
Native Americans are urging President-elect Joe Biden to make history by selecting one of their own to lead the Interior Department, which oversees the nation’s tribes
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Four Big Things That Went Very Right on Election Day
After the long vote count and now in the midst of a rocky presidential transition, it can be easy to forget that there’s a lot that went surprisingly smoothly in our election process this year. Watch for four things that went very right on Election Day.
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Black Panther and More: Why Diverse Superheroes Are So Important for Kids (and Adults)
For decades, the word “superhero” brought to mind characters like Superman, Spider-Man and Batman. All straight white men. But that’s been changing. Yusuf Omar of Hashtag Our Stories visited the Black Comic Book Festival in NYC this January to learn why diverse superheroes are so important.
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Push Is Underway to Test COVID-19 Vaccines in Diverse Groups
Companies are struggling to recruit diverse volunteers in final U.S. tests of possible COVID-19 vaccines
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Academy Award Changes Are Intended to Increase Diversity… But There Are Still Kinks to Work Out
With the Academy’s recent announcement of new representation and inclusion standards for Best Picture eligibility, Variety film awards editor Clayton Davis is breaking it down, insisting that there are many kinks needed to be worked out, such as educating the public and Academy membership.
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Virginia Teacher's Quest to Diversify Reading Material
When Prince William teacher Rebecca Innocenti looked at the books available in her classroom and school, she noticed a glaring lack of diversity — and decided to do something about it. News4’s Jummy Olabanji reports.
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Her Playbook: How the 49ers' Hannah Gordon Is Changing the Game On and Off the Field
49ers Chief Administrative Officer and General Counsel Hannah Gordon discusses her new book and the need for more diversity and inclusion in sports.
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Washington Capitals Launch Diversity Initiatives
The Capitals take on the Islanders Friday night in Game 2 of their playoff series, but it’s what the team is doing off the ice that also deserves attention. News4’s Leon Harris reports on the message coming from the very top of the organization.
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Diversity Concern About Clinical Trials for Coronavirus Vaccine
News4’s Erika Gonzalez reports on concerns about a lack of diversity in the clinical trials for a coronavirus vaccine.
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Elite Public Schools in Virginia, Elsewhere Seek Diversity
Officials in several states are considering major changes to the way the nation’s top-rated public high schools admit students
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Virus-Shadowed Emmy Nods Could Bring Surprises, Diversity
TV has been America’s constant companion amid the coronavirus and a whirlwind of racial reckoning.
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Viral Hugging Toddlers Inspire ‘Together We Stand' Campaign for Diversity
When toddler friends Finnegan and Maxwell were caught on camera running to hug each other on the street, their parents knew they were seeing a special moment. Their dads Daniel McKenna and Alex Hanson join LX News to discuss why the viral video touched a chord and Stacy Igel, the founder and creative designer of the athleisure clothing brand ‘Boy...
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Biden, Trump Campaigns Release Staff Diversity Data
Following pressure to disclose the number of minorities on their staffs, the campaigns for former Vice President Joe Biden and President Donald Trump released diversity statistics Saturday that show less than half their senior teams are made up of people of color.
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NFL Owners Approve Rooney Rule Expansion, Teams Required to Interview At Least 2 Minority Head Coach Candidates
The National Football League will add new resolutions to improve diversity throughout the staff of its 32 teams and expand its Rooney Rule, the league announced Tuesday.