Land O'Lakes erases American Indian "butter maiden" from packaging
The near-100-year-old dairy collective gets rid of logo of native woman long criticized as racist and stereotypical.
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After a spike in hate crimes, these Asian Americans are speaking out
TV personality Jeannie Mai opened up about getting anti-Asian comments on social media: "I was embarrassed... it wasn't until I saw other headlines with other people that I got angry."
Trump criticized for calling coronavirus "Chinese virus"
Despite calls to avoid racial labeling, Mr. Trump has repeatedly referred to COVID-19 as the "Chinese virus."
NY Gov: Possible anti-Asian hate crime fueled by bigotry over virus
The NYPD hate crimes task force is investigating two possible anti-Asian bias incidents this week in Manhattan.
Thousands of Muslims scared and living in tents after Delhi violence
"What's the point of going back and remaining in constant fear of getting attacked again," asked one victim of clashes that left 53 dead.
Coronavirus panic sparks racist incidents against Asian Americans
"They're just scared to get infected by Chinese people," restaurant owner Kin Lam told CBS News.
Bullies attack Asian American teen, citing coronavirus
Because the coronavirus outbreak started in China, some misguided individuals are targeting Asians with discriminatory behavior or worse.
The Church of England apologizes for racism
A high-ranking official said the Church was a "hostile environment" for immigrants – and is "still deeply institutionally racist."
Designer Miuccia Prada agrees to racism-sensitivity training
Fashion house will also start a scholarship to promote diversity and combat so-called "haute racism."
African-American sports icons on overcoming old and new obstacles
Two black professional athletes who overcame obstacles to reshape their sports – at two very different points in U.S. history – discussed their historic journeys.
International Olympic Committee bans political protests by athletes
The IOC is making it clear: No taking a knee, no political hand gestures and no disrespect during medal ceremonies.
New Jersey becomes third state to ban discrimination based on hair
"No one should be made to feel uncomfortable or be discriminated against because of their natural hair," said Governor Phil Murphy.
Camila Cabello apologizes for racist Tumblr posts from 2012
Some of the posts Cabello shared include the n-word and racial stereotypes.
Critics: Fidelity charity fund gives to "hate groups"
Mutual fund giant's affiliated charitable fund gave $330,000 to a group that equates homosexuals with pedophiles.
2 St. Louis police officers fired over social media posts
Posts by the two officers were apparently cited by the Plain View Project, which flagged thousands of racist and derogatory social media posts, including some from 22 St. Louis Metro officers.
Police chief blasted over handling of aide's alleged racism
Assistant Chief Justin Newsom retired last month amid allegations he used the n-word to refer to African Americans
All-black Women's Army Corps unit still fighting for recognition
Nearly 900 women went to Europe during the war, and delivered mail to the troops, while bombs dropped around them
FBI: Hate crime murders hit record; anti-transgender crimes soar
Advocates say despite a slight decrease in hate crimes overall, the incidents remain "unacceptably high"
A protest against racism, and a $31.5 million defamation award
After a student from Oberlin College was arrested for shoplifting, sparking charges of racial profiling, the store's owners accused the college of aiding demonstrators and causing reputational damage
Ex-New Orleans mayor leads initiative focused on racism's legacy
The former New Orleans mayor is leading an initiative that calls for a reckoning with the legacy of racism in the U.S.
Retailer pulls jack-o'-lanterns after "blackface" complaints
Company faces backlash over pumpkins painted back with white mouths after law firm's display sparks controversy
Nearly 60% of workers have witnessed job discrimination
Most employees have seen or experienced ageism, racism, gender discrimination or sexual identity bias, survey finds
Civil rights attorney Ben Crump on confronting racial bias
Ben Crump gained national recognition in 2012 during the Trayvon Martin case
Gina Rodriguez apologizes for singing n-word on Instagram
The video shows Rodriguez singing along to Lauryn Hill's verse in the Fugees hit "Ready or Not"
Football player gets fan letter calling his dreadlocks "disgusting"
"Don't you have parents or a girlfriend who have told you those shoulder-length dreadlocks look disgusting and are certainly not attractive?"
DOJ calls Alaska Senate allegations "troubling," asks to segregate ballots
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Daniel J. Sullivan left his Alaska hometown before Senate election
El-Sayed and Stevens feud ahead of key Michigan Senate race
Christa Pike speaks after botched execution: "Don't know what's next"
Judge opens misconduct inquiry into Trump officials in golf course case
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