The book “What’s Prison For?” by Bill Keller sheds light on crime and punishment, and the real purpose of incarceration.  Tough on crime … [Read more...]

On Jan. 3, the United States Congress opened its halls to 535 Americans eager for public service. Women held only 149 seats in the 118th Congress, so … [Read more...]

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PRISONS, SURPLUS, CRISIS, AND OPPOSITION IN GLOBALIZING CALIFORNIABy RUTH WILSON GILMORE If you ever wondered why California became an … [Read more...]

BLACK WOMEN’S PHILANTHROPY DURING JIM CROW When the biography of a Black female millionaire dropped on my desk, I tilted my head. “It’s too … [Read more...]

Need something inspiring to read to your kids during a visit? Granite is full of adventure, trials and tribulations, near defeat and an incredible … [Read more...]

More than an autobiography, the book I, Rigoberta Menchú is a meticulously detailed document about the real life of Guatemala’s indigenous population. … [Read more...]

Romy Hall is serving two life sentences for killing the man stalking her. Her only concern—her son, who’s been swallowed by child protective services, … [Read more...]

Basketball can be a game of feet. It can rely on whether your shot is on or off that day. For a person who no longer appreciates the game, The Sixth … [Read more...]