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A screenshot from a video about the Sikh community that is part of a large awareness campaign. The project was funded entirely by grass-roots donations. The campaign's ads will air nationally.

Why American Sikhs Think They Need A Publicity Campaign

10:21am April 28, 2017

by Akinyi Ochieng

American Sikhs faced an onslaught of violence and hate crimes following the Sept. 11 attacks. In the face of renewed racist vitriol, they have devised a positive media plan.

The perception of universal success among Asian-Americans is being wielded to downplay racism's role in the persistent struggles of other minority groups, especially black Americans.

'Model Minority' Myth Again Used As A Racial Wedge Between Asians And Blacks

2:30pm April 19, 2017

by Kat Chow

The perception of universal success among Asian-Americans is being wielded to downplay racism's role in the persistent struggles of other minority groups — especially black Americans.

Demonstrators protest United Airlines at O'Hare International Airport on April 11, 2017 in Chicago, Illinois. The protest was in response to airport police officers physically removing passenger Dr. David Dao from his seat and dragging him off the airplan

Politics Of Respectability And A Dragged Passenger

6:30pm April 14, 2017

by Jennifer Lee

The politics of respectability were complicated this week when a 69 year-old Asian-American doctor was forcibly dragged off a United Airlines flight.

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In 2016, people of color were the protagonists in 22 percent of children's literature.

Authors And Illustrators Of Color Accounted For 22 Percent Of Children's Books

8:08pm February 17, 2017

by Leah Donnella

In 2016, people of color wrote or illustrated fewer than a quarter of new children's books. Here's why that matters.

Don't Stop Arguing, Complaining And Fighting For 'Identity Politics'

3:33pm December 08, 2016

by Tasneem Raja

No one seems to have a satisfying definition of "identity politics," but clearly we've been paying too much attention to race, gender and sexual orientation, right? Not so fast.

New York police officers block the street during a protest against U.S. President-elect Donald Trump in front of Trump Tower on Nov. 12, 2016 in New York. Americans spilled into the streets Saturday for a new day of protests against Trump, even as he appe

Post-Election, Conversations About Race 'Sparked A New Sense Of Urgency'

6:28pm November 14, 2016

by Steve Inskeep

Washington Post reporter Wesley Lowery talks about race in the Obama presidency and under President-elect Trump. Lowery was part of a Pulitzer Prize-winning team for reporting about police shootings.

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Simone Manuel is one of the best swimmers in the world. But even in 2016, there are very few professional swimmers who look like her.

Simone Manuel Wins Olympic Gold. That's A Really Big Deal

3:21pm August 12, 2016

by Leah Donnella

When the 20-year-old won gold Thursday night, she wasn't just an athlete excelling at her sport. She was a symbol for what should have been self-evident all along: Swimming is for everyone.

President Obama is interviewed by Steve Inskeep at the White House on Monday.

NPR's Interview With President Obama About 'Obama's Years'

10:22am July 01, 2016

Steve Inskeep interviews President Obama on NPR's radio special, "Obama's Years," about how Americans have fared since 2008. He also discusses the Brexit vote and parallels in the U.S. election.

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Could You Come Up With $400 If Disaster Struck?

8:55am April 24, 2016

Almost half of Americans say they couldn't — including people in the middle class. Writer Neal Gabler says it's time to stop saying that anyone can be rich with just hard work.

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Grant and Cathy Lowe stand in front of a trailer they just bought. It is part of their retirement plans to own this camper, and they intend to have it paid off before they quit working.

Ready For A Road Trip? RVs Are Rolling Back Into Fashion

2:31pm March 28, 2016

by Frank Morris

More Americans are looking for a second home — on wheels. After crashing hard in the recession, RV sales have rebounded and are on track to approach record levels this year.

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