Set in post-Risorgimento Italy, ‘The Filomena Case’ follows the captivating tale of Filomena, a woman who defies societal norms and joins a band of bandits. Driven by her desire for freedom and justice, Filomena embarks on a perilous quest to uncover a stolen treasure and challenge the oppressive forces that have shaped her life.
Intersectionality is a framework for understanding how different forms of discrimination and oppression overlap and interact. It recognizes that people can experience multiple forms of discrimination based on their race, gender, class, sexual orientation, and other factors. Intersectionality helps us to understand how these forms of discrimination can create unique challenges and barriers for individuals and communities.
As a self-proclaimed authority on the eccentric ideologies of the left-wing spectrum, even I found myself perplexed when I initially encountered the concept of intersectionality.
Cecil Williams, the beloved co-founder of Glide Memorial Church, passed away at the age of 94. Together with his late wife Janice Mirikitani, Williams established Glide over 60 years ago in San Francisco’s Tenderloin District. Known for its social justice initiatives, Glide has become a renowned center for breaking poverty and marginalization. Williams’ unwavering dedication to justice and equality left an indelible mark on San Francisco and beyond.
Reverend Cecil Williams, the beloved and influential leader of San Francisco’s GLIDE Foundation for six decades, has passed away at the age of 94. Surrounded by loved ones in his San Francisco home, Williams left an enduring legacy as a tireless advocate for civil and human rights.
GLIDE Foundation Co-Founder Rev. Cecil Williams passed away on Monday at the age of 94. Williams was known for his dedication to social justice and civil rights, and his work with GLIDE has touched many lives over the years. His legacy will continue through GLIDE and the many people he has inspired.
From the decline of the shrimping industry to the struggles of wildland firefighters, environmental and social crises are hitting American communities hard. Drought, heat waves, and industrial pollution are exacerbating these problems.
LGBTQ+ music festivals have played a vital role in the liberation and visibility of the queer community. From grassroots gatherings to mainstream events like Coachella, these festivals have provided spaces for self-expression, community building, and social justice advocacy. They have also showcased the contributions of LGBTQ+ artists and celebrated the vibrant intersections of music and queerness.
The Congress party’s Nyay Patra manifesto for 2024 aims to tackle society’s pressing issues, including unemployment, rising prices, suppression of civil liberties, and the deterioration of public institutions. Critics, however, have misrepresented the manifesto as radical redistribution, prompting Prime Minister Modi to issue a dog whistle against the party. The manifesto emphasizes equitable representation and opportunities for disadvantaged groups. It advocates for a Socio Economic and Caste Census (SECC) to provide evidence-based data on social and economic disparities. The Congress party has a history of inclusiveness and incrementalism, from the Green Revolution to financial inclusion. The manifesto proposes reasonable measures to address inequality while considering the needs of all sections of society.
An anthology of horror stories center around black girls and their survival. It explores themes of racism, white supremacy, and the resilience of black women in the face of adversity.
