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Class Action
Students learn rights and responsibilities through law-related education.
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Testimony Before the Credentials Committee, Democratic National Convention
In this transcript, Fanny Lou Hamer describes the way in which she was forced to leave the plantation where she worked as as sharecropper for 18 years, was arrested and was beaten--all on account of trying to register to vote.
July 3, 2014
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Looking Back and Pressing Forward
As Teaching Tolerance reflects on the last decade, we are reminded that the work continues.
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Paving the Way to a Vibrant Multiracial Democracy
Civics education that tells an honest story about race in our nation is essential for a strong, inclusive democracy.
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“They Should Have Listened”: Thoughts on Spring Valley
This blogger responds to the assault of a student at Spring Valley High School and reflects on the message that “kids should just listen and stay out of ‘trouble.’”
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Susan B. Anthony
Alexandra Wallner follows Susan B. Anthony from her birth to her death by detailing her life, goals, hardships and accomplishments.
July 7, 2014
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Teens Explore Past, ‘Privilege’ and Path to Overcoming Discrimination
Operation Understanding DC explores common ground by bringing African-American and Jewish students together for a year of cross-cultural exploration.
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Not for Sport
A Native American activist calls for an end to "Indian" team mascots.
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Confronting White Privilege
Many affluent students are oblivious to issues of race and class. Here are two teaching strategies designed to open their eyes.