Lessons from the past: Protecting women and girls from violence during COVID-19
Little attention has been paid to women and girls in humanitarian settings, those whose safety has already been reduced due to conflict, natural disaster or displacement.
Former Texas sheriff faces new charges of destroying video depicting man’s death
The former sheriff was released on a $15,000 bond.
Police on trial: the disappearance Sarah Everard and #Killthebill
The violent actions of police at the vigil for Everard and later in Bristol show that British authorities can’t be trusted with the new powers that would be given to them under the Police, Crime, Sentencing and Court Bill, especially during protests provoked by one of their own.
Pentagon to lift Trump-era ban on transgender troops
“Trans rights are human rights,” said Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin, “and on this #TransDayOfVisibility, I’m pleased to announce we've updated DoD policy on the open service of transgender individuals.”
‘Where there are more guns, there are more gun deaths’
CounterSpin interview with Igor Volsky on ending gun violence.
Former deputies arrested after man dies in police custody
“While we can never take away the pain of the Ambler family, the grand jury has sent a clear message that no one is above the law.”
9 minutes, 29 seconds: Derek Chauvin trial opens with full video of George Floyd’s...
The death of Floyd, who was a 46-year-old Black man and father originally from Houston, Texas, sparked international protests calling for racial justice.
Body cam video shows officers threatening and handcuffing 5-year-old
The child’s mother subsequently filed a civil lawsuit accusing the officers of assault, false arrest, and emotional distress.
Court refuses reinstatement for ex-NYPD cop who killed Eric Garner
“Today we provide the people of New York City an important tool for accountability when law enforcement violates their rights.”
‘Shameful’: Florida House passes GOP’s anti-protest bill
"HB1 and SB484 represent a blatant attempt to silence and criminalize speech that runs counter to the political agendas of those currently in power in Florida."









