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Frustrations grow over “slow” response to Hurricane Maria
The fractured commonwealth’s economy is estimated to have pay between $30 billion to $95 billion in damages associated with Hurricane Maria.
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NYC Puerto Ricans protest to get help for victims of Hurricane Maria
Protestors marching for Puerto Rico outside of the Jacob K. Javits Federal Building yesterday. Photo by Monay Robinson Protesters gathered outside […]
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East Harlem residents protest planned rezoning
Protesters with the group Movement for Justice in El Barrio hold signs protesting the mayor’s plan to rezone East Harlem. […]
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NYC City Council “Kneel In”
The group of about 15 city officials joined together to display unity against the president’s tweets.
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Public housing at risk under proposed budget cuts
A rally gave advocates and tenants a voice.
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A Peaceful Resistance Amid a Sea of Strife
The Chinese government outlawed the practice of Falun Gong to “protect human rights and the interests of the public,” according to the Chinese Embassy’s website.
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A melting pot of resistance to Iranian president
hundreds of protesters congregated on the steps of the U.N. Plaza to protest for the socio-political and human right issues that has risen in the Middle East and domestically in the U.S.
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African immigrants rail against dictators in Midtown Manhattan
Some demonstrators also want a stronger response from the U.S. regarding what they see as the tyranny being perpetrated by leaders of their countries
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Protesters blame Iranian government for atrocities
Yesterday was the anniversary of the 1988 Massacre where more than 30,000 political prisoners were executed.
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Abortion Access Hackathon offers crucial tech skills to providers and advocates
But the introduction of basic technology, such as a working website or searchable database, can make a crucial difference in the work of abortion providers, advocates, and clients.