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here's the press release and my full statement on the university of mississippi. solidarity.

our newest piece is part one of a three-part roundtable on black history in early america. writes, narrating the histories of our unsung ancestors is how we ensure their experiences, and ultimately their lives, are never forgotten.

breaking: washington (ap) senate passes $2.1b bill to bolster capitol security after jan. 6 insurrection, adds visas for afghans who helped us.

hearing from folks that the "value for money" provision is maybe the worst in the bipartisan infrastructure bill. it's a giveaway to consultants and an attempt to tip the scales toward privatization. quick explainer: (1/x)

after weeks of silence, the white house is now saying -- just 3 days before the eviction moratorium expires -- that they want congress to extend it but can't themselves my reporting suggests no senior officials in the wh were pushing for an extension even before the court ruling

academic conferences: "we are thrilled to announce that we will hold the next annual meeting in person!" delta variant: "i have more of a comment than a question..."

during and after his presentation on the efficacy of a mask mandate, dr. khan was physically assaulted by a mob, called a fat brown cunt, mocked for this south asian accent. this happened w/the support of the st. louis council members.