Activism
Critical Race Theory: War of Words, and Curriculums
Suburban school districts are grappling with how to teach race in education, becoming ground zero in an increasingly politicized fight over critical race theory and diversity, equity and inclusion efforts.
After Pressure from Cori Bush, Feds Order Eviction Ban in Areas With High COVID Rate
Federal health officials on Tuesday announced a new, narrower moratorium on evictions through Oct. 3, which would protect struggling renters in areas of the U.S. that have been hit hardest by soaring COVID-19 infection rates.
Missouri’s Eviction Crisis Could Be a ‘Humanitarian Tragedy,’ Advocates Say
The federal eviction moratorium ended Saturday, and distribution of rental assistance has been slow in Missouri.
‘Defund the Police’ was Designed to Provoke a Response. In Missouri, it Worked
Republican lawmakers have responded with outrage to moves in Kansas City and St. Louis to reshuffle police funding.
KU Faculty, Students Go on Offense at Allen Fieldhouse Against Administration’s Budget Strategy
Faculty and students at the University of Kansas are protesting plans to deal with massive budget problems by shedding tenured professors, undervaluing graduate teaching assistants and jettisoning degree programs.