UN chief calls for reparations for slavery to overcome ‘generations of discrimination’

United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on Monday called for reparations for the transatlantic slave trade as a way to address the legacy of today’s societies, including systemic racism. From the 15th to the 19th centuries, at least 12.5 million Africans were kidnapped, forcibly transported by European ships and traders, and sold into slavery. Those who … Read more

California cities grapple with history of discrimination against early Chinese immigrants

Antioch, California— In 1939, after attending the Golden Gate International Exposition in San Francisco, Alfred Chan and his friends returned home to the Sacramento-San Joaquin Delta. “They were really hungry and decided to stop for a meal in Antioch,” said his son, Ron Chan. However, the waitress refused to serve the young men or even … Read more

Former employees accuse Elon Musk’s SpaceX of sexual harassment, discrimination

SpaceX went to court last month to try to overturn the NLRB charges San Francisco: Former employees of Elon Musk’s SpaceX have expanded their legal action against the rocket-making company, which they accuse of discrimination and sexual harassment. SpaceX fostered a hostile work environment where jokes about sexual harassment were common, women were paid less … Read more