At the Rainbow Cultural Diversity Summer Program, it’s all about tangible experiences—whether it be cross-cultural dialogues, attending panel discussions, taking part in group work with those who might be from backgrounds different than your own, or taking in performances of ethnic dance and music.
District 30
Who’s the Racist?
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Mud’s been thrown in the District 30 City Council race, but who has the moral high ground? ANALYZING MEDIA IMAGES: One District 30 candidate, Juan Ardila, has already been accused of racist social media posts, while the other candidate, Bob Holden, recently used a mailer to remind people that he's a Democrat with an Asian wife. But in this fierce battle of reputations, which candidate deserves more scrutiny? I am a writer and a homeowner living in City Council District 30, which represents Middle Village, Maspeth, Glendale, and parts of Ridgewood, Woodhaven, and Woodside. Pretty dull intro, right?
Op-Ed
Donald Trump Stuns The World With His Victory Over Hillary Clinton
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This was the Democrats' election to lose and lose it they did.
Activism
DC Rally Aims To Raise Awareness About Refugee Crisis
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Last year, the International Rescue Committee, a New York-based organization that “…helps people whose lives and livelihoods are shattered by conflict and disaster,” was able to help more than 23 million people—providing healthcare, educational opportunities, and financial support, among other things. Now other groups across the country are joining the struggle.
Activism
New Jersey Organizations Seeking Other Options as Governor Christie Vetoes Measure That Would Help NJ Needle Exchange Programs
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NEPs are a particularly hot topic of conversation now. GOP vice presidential nominee, Indiana Governor Mike Pence has been blamed for a “spiraling HIV outbreak” in his home state of Indiana after he reportedly “dragged his feet” before finally agreeing to lift a ban on NEPs.
Politics
Sweltering Heat Does Not Keep Assemblywoman Hyndman Indoors
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Assemblywoman Alicia L. Hyndman of the 29 AD was seen with her Chief of Staff Andy Laine connecting with her constituents in Jamaica during Monday’s sweltering heat, taking time to visit one of her favorite spot while growing up: the Queens Public Library on Merrick Boulevard.
Politics
“No Democracy in Leadership in Southeast Queens” Says Murray
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“There’s no democracy, no opportunity for new leadership in Southeast Queens,” says Scherie Murray, the Republican candidate for the 29th Assembly District.
Education
Images from an Open Forum on Policing and Race at Queensborough Community College
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On December 10, QCC—CUNY students met with U.N. police adviser Stefan Feller to discuss policing in the age of Ferguson. These photos by Edward Zephyrin capture the mood of the two hour session.
Dream Act
Starved 4 Dream, Looking Back
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It was more than four years ago now that a group of undocumented students from the New York City area went on a ten day hunger strike in front of Senator Charles Schumer's Third Avenue office.