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Agnes Gund, Art For Justice Founder, Walks The Walk In New Film 'Aggie'
Art · In Defense of Black Lives

Agnes Gund, Art For Justice Founder, Walks The Walk In New Film 'Aggie'

Inspired by Ava DuVernay's "13th," the philanthropist and art scion invested $100 million to start the Art For Justice Fund to combat white supremacy and structural racism—and she has no plans on stopping now.
By Asha Bandele · Oct 13, 2020
How To Keep Our Children Safe: A Mother Explains Why We Must Defund Police
In Defense of Black Lives · Op-Ed

How To Keep Our Children Safe: A Mother Explains Why We Must Defund Police

For Black communities across the United States, the police's role as first responders is not heroic, but harmful, when not outright deadly.
By Asha Bandele · Jun 6, 2020
'Progressive' AG Letitia James Blocks Prison Release Of Former Black Panther Diagnosed With COVID-19
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'Progressive' AG Letitia James Blocks Prison Release Of Former Black Panther Diagnosed With COVID-19

Muntaqim, 68, who has been diagnosed with COVID-19 and previously suffered a stroke, has served 50 years of a 25 to life sentence.
By Asha Bandele · May 28, 2020
COVID-19 Vaccine May Be Available Sooner Than Expected

COVID-19 Vaccine May Be Available Sooner Than Expected

Researchers at Oxford University’s Jenner Institute could schedule human clinical trials as early as the end of next month.
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COVID-19 Pandemic Shines Light On Harmful Stigmas Surrounding Drug Addiction And The Way Forward

asha bandele talks with addiction specialist Elias Dakwar, MD about what we can demand right now to help ensure the lives of our loved ones who are living with addiction during the COVID-19 pandemic.
By Asha Bandele · Apr 9, 2020
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Black People Make Up 40 Percent Of COVID-19 Deaths In Michigan

The numbers emerging from the state should call all to action.
By Asha Bandele · Apr 2, 2020
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A Personal Trainer Should Not Be A Luxury: A Conversation With Barrington Bennett, Jr.

During the COVID-19 (coronavirus) global health pandemic, which has made it evident that strong bodies and immune systems could be critical for our survival, this fitness expert says personal training should not be inaccessible to Black women.
By Asha Bandele · Mar 26, 2020
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Don’t Call It Comeback: Reclaiming My Body, Reclaiming My Soul

New York Times best-selling author and veteran organizer asha bandele discusses reclaiming her body and soul after decades of trauma, and maintaining her fitness regimen during COVID-19 isolation.
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