Can a college course teach students to 'unlearn' racism?
Rather than focus on race, the class explores theories which emphasize the social nature of reality.
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How power shaped the 'success story' of genetically modified cotton in Burkina Faso
The West African nation of Burkina Faso was once the poster child for genetically modified crop advocates.
Trillions in coronavirus spending is putting AOC's favorite economic theory to the test
Modern monetary theory is tested as countries spend unprecedented amounts to aid companies, workers and citizens during the pandemic.
To understand the backlash against the women in the running for vice president, watch more TV
Criticisms of women vice presidential prospects echo cultural scripts that insist women who want to be president shouldn’t be trusted.
In changing urban neighborhoods, new food offerings can set the table for gentrification
When new residents and businesses move into low-income neighborhoods, they often deny that they are displacing current residents.
Native American tribes' pandemic response is hamstrung by many inequities
The SARS-CoV-2 virus is novel, but pandemic threats to indigenous peoples are anything but new.
Trump's right: Congress should give Americans $1,000 a month right now to fight the coronavirus recession
Direct payments are just what low-wage Americans suddenly without a paycheck need to endure the crisis, which could last many months.
College men more likely to seek grade changes than college women
Men are more likely than women to get their grades bumped up simply because they ask more.
Democratic plans for raising taxes on the rich: A guide for the middle class
Here is a brief look at the tax plans of the top eight candidates in the polls and what economists think about them.