Racial covenants enacted in early 20th-century Minnesota created segregated neighborhoods and lasting barriers for Black residents. Today, Mapping Prejudice and the Just Deed Coalition are uncovering these histories and helping communities address ongoing inequities.
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Posted inOpinion
Reclaiming full-spectrum Black femininity
The “strong Black woman” stereotype, which has been perpetuated for centuries, has a dark side as it erases the complexity and vulnerability of Black women, and can contribute to mental health issues and a lack of authenticity.
Posted inNews
The G.I. Bill’s role in wealth inequality
The GI Bill was a driver of the racial wealth gap in the US, as it excluded Black veterans from access to benefits.
Posted inLocal & State, News
MPS hosts the “Separate Not Equal” Hale-Field exhibit Â
‘It’s just so important to understand the past to really disrupt what is happening now and in the future.’
Posted inNational, News
Black family whose beachfront properties were seized 100 years ago, sells land to the county for $20 million
In the 1920s, the beach resort was extremely popular with African American tourists. At that time, Black people were not permitted on White beaches.