marginalized communities
Coverage of marginalized communities in the Nexus archive.
- Smithsonian history museum chief rejects White House criticism of its leaders as radical activists
The director of the Smithsonian's National Museum of American History rejected a White House report that labeled the museum's leadership as radical activists. The report criticized the museum for not presenting history in an inspiring manner and accused it of promoting divisive narratives. The director defended the museum's approach, emphasizing the inclusion of diverse voices without erasing history.
- NDA government ushering in new era of welfare governance, says Minister Veeranjaneya Swamy
NDA government is introducing a new era of welfare governance focused on social justice, equal opportunities, and empowerment of marginalized communities, as stated by Minister Veeranjaneya Swamy.
- No idling from diesel trucks and buses? No enforcement, a WBEZ and Sun-Times investigation finds
A WBEZ and Sun-Times investigation found that Chicago-area law enforcement agencies have issued only two citations for diesel truck and bus idling violations in nearly 20 years, despite a 2006 state law limiting idling to 10 minutes per hour. Residents, like Amy Eickhoff, report persistent noxious fumes from idling buses near downtown Chicago buildings, raising concerns about health impacts from diesel pollution, which disproportionately affects marginalized communities.