George B. Cunningham

A California teacher takes part in a demonstration in September 2023 to support the rights of transgender people. Leonard Ortiz/Orange County Register via Getty Images

Biases behind transgender athlete bans are deeply rooted

Sports researchers learned that conservative political leanings among state legislators lead to biases against transgender athletes among voters.
Brian Flores was one of a few nonwhite head coaches until he was fired after the 2022 season. Photo by Wesley Hitt/Getty Images

Almost all NFL coaches are white – lawsuit focuses on league’s abysmal record hiring diverse coaches

Despite efforts to diversify its prominent coaching ranks, the NFL has an abysmal record of hiring people of color. A recently fired Black coach’s suit alleging discrimination may hold the NFL accountable.
Sevonna Brown of Black Women’s Blueprint, a mutual aid group, with her son in Brooklyn, New York. Mutual aid groups have been formed across New York City to address the economic plight caused by COVID-19. Stephanie Keith via Getty Images

Racism at the county level associated with increased COVID‑19 cases and deaths

Blacks are at greater risk of dying from COVID-19 than whites. A study that examined racism at the country level had surprising results.
Mack Beggs, a 17-year-old transgender boy, made national headlines when he won the Texas state wrestling title in the girls’ division. AP Photo

Better locker rooms: It’s not just a transgender thing

While various legal battles continue over the rights of transgender athletes, one thing is clear: Inclusive, privacy-centric locker rooms are a solution that benefits everyone.

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