The DC Black Lives Matter mural is performative, not radical D.C. residents deserve more from their mayor than an empty gesture of solidarity. Caterina Ieronimo June 16, 2020
Marches against racism have evolved, and so have the youth who lead them Youth are leading the protests for racial equality. Here’s why they’re different from past generations. Allison Cochrane June 15, 2020
UMD students, alumni create resources related to anti-racism and cultural competency “Together, we can do better.” Lexi Gopin June 11, 2020
It doesn’t matter if ‘defund the police’ is politically wise Don’t ask whether ‘defund the police’ will hurt Democratic politicians. Zachary Jablow June 11, 2020
UMD professors discuss racism on campus, consider policing reform at town hall “Stop writing statements and sending out ‘thoughts and prayers,’” one asked of the university. Diamondback Staff June 11, 2020
UMD professor Jonathan England remembered as loving father, fierce ally to black community He continued to speak out against racism up until his death. Clara Longo de Freitas June 10, 2020
“Beyond tired”: UMD students organize protest against systemic racism, police brutality Protesters called for Montgomery County to defund its police force, among other demands. Diamondback Photo Staff June 9, 2020
Seven books to add to your anti-racist reading list that UMD students can access for free McKeldin Library hosts a collection of e-books that students can read at no cost. Jonathan Tercasio June 8, 2020
A weekend of protests: What two PG County demonstrations looked like on the ground Protesters marched across the Woodrow Wilson Memorial Bridge and drove in a car caravan. Diamondback Photo Staff June 8, 2020
White people need to be listening to black activists, not talking over them It's time for white people to start talking less and listening more. Maya Rosenberg June 6, 2020