Karen A Johnson
@africasankofakaren.bsky.social
Associate Professor Emerita
Research interests: 19th century African American women educators, African American intellectual tradition, Black radical tradition, and Black feminist thought, among others. Avid reader, world traveler, writer, and author.
Research interests: 19th century African American women educators, African American intellectual tradition, Black radical tradition, and Black feminist thought, among others. Avid reader, world traveler, writer, and author.
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My response below to Qs for this article on “Private Schools Group Apologizes After Claims of Antisemitism at Event” in which my talk was one that made four Jewish students feel threatened bc I used the word genocide. Let’s unpack since they gave ADL the last word. www.nytimes.com/2024/12/15/n...
Private Schools Group Apologizes After Claims of Antisemitism at Event
After criticism from Jewish groups over speeches at a conference, the president of the National Association of Independent Schools said future addresses would be vetted.
www.nytimes.com
December 16, 2024 at 1:42 AM
My response below to Qs for this article on “Private Schools Group Apologizes After Claims of Antisemitism at Event” in which my talk was one that made four Jewish students feel threatened bc I used the word genocide. Let’s unpack since they gave ADL the last word. www.nytimes.com/2024/12/15/n...
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It is "absolutely indefensible" for the U.S. to continue deporting Haitians while much of the country remains under the control of armed groups, including one that just carried out a massacre of nearly 200 people, says human rights lawyer Brian Concannon.
U.S. Continues Deporting Haitians Amid Political Instability, Massacres
Nearly 200 Haitians in Port-au-Prince were killed over the weekend on the orders of a powerful gang leader who reportedly targeted elderly practitioners of voodoo because he blamed them for sickening ...
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December 15, 2024 at 9:24 PM
It is "absolutely indefensible" for the U.S. to continue deporting Haitians while much of the country remains under the control of armed groups, including one that just carried out a massacre of nearly 200 people, says human rights lawyer Brian Concannon.
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A new investigation reveals the chilling military strategy behind Israel’s attempts to starve northern Gaza. Experts say Israeli attacks, which used targeted killings to promote social disintegration, show “a pattern of apparent war crimes." mondoweiss.net/2024/12/targ...
Targeted aid killings: How Israel starved a population and sowed chaos in northern Gaza
A new investigation reveals the chilling military strategy behind Israel’s attempts to starve northern Gaza. Experts say Israeli attacks, which used targeted killings to promote social disintegration,...
mondoweiss.net
December 16, 2024 at 2:34 AM
A new investigation reveals the chilling military strategy behind Israel’s attempts to starve northern Gaza. Experts say Israeli attacks, which used targeted killings to promote social disintegration, show “a pattern of apparent war crimes." mondoweiss.net/2024/12/targ...
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December 16, 2024 at 2:51 AM
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My remarks at the No Nuclear War conference at the National Press Club on December 7, 2024.
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Margaret Kimberley speaks at the No Nuclear War Conference - National Press Club in Washington
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December 10, 2024 at 7:36 PM
My remarks at the No Nuclear War conference at the National Press Club on December 7, 2024.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=uJiJ...
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A succession of U.S. presidents have been committed to regime change in Syria. That long-held goal has been achieved in part through a sustained campaign of war propaganda.
Read my latest in @blackagendareport.bsky.social.
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Read my latest in @blackagendareport.bsky.social.
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War Propaganda and the Fall of Syria | Black Agenda Report
A succession of U.S. presidents have been committed to regime change in Syria. That long-held goal has been achieved in part through a sustained campaign of war propaganda.
blackagendareport.com
December 11, 2024 at 3:18 PM
A succession of U.S. presidents have been committed to regime change in Syria. That long-held goal has been achieved in part through a sustained campaign of war propaganda.
Read my latest in @blackagendareport.bsky.social.
blackagendareport.com/war-propagan...
Read my latest in @blackagendareport.bsky.social.
blackagendareport.com/war-propagan...
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Syria, war propaganda, human rights, France denies free speech, Jordan Neely, Palestine, US against Eritrea, social security endangered by low wages, French racism, abortion bans and Black women’s health.
www.blackagendareport.com
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December 11, 2024 at 11:20 PM
Syria, war propaganda, human rights, France denies free speech, Jordan Neely, Palestine, US against Eritrea, social security endangered by low wages, French racism, abortion bans and Black women’s health.
www.blackagendareport.com
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“Bodies are completely evaporating, and they’re not even finding remains of people anymore,” a UN officer said.
UN Officer: Israel Bombs Are “Evaporating” Palestinians’ Bodies in Gaza
“Bodies are completely evaporating, and they’re not even finding remains of people anymore,” a UN officer said.
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December 11, 2024 at 11:19 PM
“Bodies are completely evaporating, and they’re not even finding remains of people anymore,” a UN officer said.
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Pelosi has been approaching colleagues urging them to back Connolly, 74, over Ocasio-Cortez, 35, according to two House Democrats with direct knowledge of her outreach.
AOC faces Pelosi-led slugfest to become top Oversight Committee Democrat
Ocasio-Cortez is seen as the favorite, but sources stressed the race is still very much in play.
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December 12, 2024 at 10:59 PM
Pelosi has been approaching colleagues urging them to back Connolly, 74, over Ocasio-Cortez, 35, according to two House Democrats with direct knowledge of her outreach.
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The new issue of the Capitol Hill Citizen newspaper—40 pages—is packed with information that will help make you a true Capitol Hill Citizen. Go to CapitolHillCitizen.com and for a donation of $5 of more you will get a copy sent to you right away via first class mail. -R
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Welcome to the Capitol Hill Citizen.
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December 12, 2024 at 10:19 PM
The new issue of the Capitol Hill Citizen newspaper—40 pages—is packed with information that will help make you a true Capitol Hill Citizen. Go to CapitolHillCitizen.com and for a donation of $5 of more you will get a copy sent to you right away via first class mail. -R
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96% of children in Gaza feel their death is imminent, and nearly half express a desire to die due to the unimaginable trauma they've endured from Israel's genocide, according to a new study by a Gaza-based NGO sponsored by the War Child Alliance.
December 12, 2024 at 11:11 PM
96% of children in Gaza feel their death is imminent, and nearly half express a desire to die due to the unimaginable trauma they've endured from Israel's genocide, according to a new study by a Gaza-based NGO sponsored by the War Child Alliance.
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That's the title that Science magazine is bestowing upon the medication called lenacapavir — a twice yearly injectable that prevents infection by the HIV virus.
This drug is the 'breakthrough of the year' -- and it could mean the end of the HIV epidemic
That's the title that Science magazine is bestowing upon the medication called lenacapavir — a twice yearly injectable that prevents infection by the HIV virus.
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December 12, 2024 at 10:23 PM
That's the title that Science magazine is bestowing upon the medication called lenacapavir — a twice yearly injectable that prevents infection by the HIV virus.
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As of yesterday booksellers at The Strand are on strike. Solidarity with them. Don’t cross the picket line, even virtually.
Local 2179's Strand Booksellers on Strike
After months of stalled negotiation and three separate contract extensions, UAW Local 2179 members at the Strand Bookstore walked off the job today, December 7, marking the first strike at the iconic ...
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December 8, 2024 at 4:03 PM
As of yesterday booksellers at The Strand are on strike. Solidarity with them. Don’t cross the picket line, even virtually.
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NYC paid nearly $300 million to settle claims against the NYPD last year.
December 9, 2024 at 12:45 AM
NYC paid nearly $300 million to settle claims against the NYPD last year.
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We shouldn’t accept that a CEO killer must get a national manhunt when cops don’t solve most murders at all. A migrant teenager was just murdered in NYC, cops just killed a guy here — the lives of these other people are worth just as much as that CEO.
December 8, 2024 at 2:20 PM
We shouldn’t accept that a CEO killer must get a national manhunt when cops don’t solve most murders at all. A migrant teenager was just murdered in NYC, cops just killed a guy here — the lives of these other people are worth just as much as that CEO.
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"He [Coates] writes oh-dear-ism"
a BAR!!! from Mtume Gant on Black Liberation Media
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a BAR!!! from Mtume Gant on Black Liberation Media
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The Medium Is The Message: Coates, Palestine, and the Black Bourgeoisie ft. Mtume Gant
YouTube video by Black Liberation Media
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December 9, 2024 at 12:06 AM
"He [Coates] writes oh-dear-ism"
a BAR!!! from Mtume Gant on Black Liberation Media
www.youtube.com/watch?v=fDaT...
a BAR!!! from Mtume Gant on Black Liberation Media
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Monday 12/9 is the deadline to submit a proposal for the last round of funding under our Henry Luce Foundation grant. You can see the amazing projects our Crossroads Fellows have produced so far on SPIRIT HOUSE: www.crossroads-spirithouse.org
The Crossroads Project is accepting proposals for the next cohort of Crossroads Fellows. Grants from $5,000 to $10,000 for projects exploring aspects of Black religious communities and cultures, past and present.
Deadline: December 9, 2024
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Deadline: December 9, 2024
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December 6, 2024 at 1:48 PM
Monday 12/9 is the deadline to submit a proposal for the last round of funding under our Henry Luce Foundation grant. You can see the amazing projects our Crossroads Fellows have produced so far on SPIRIT HOUSE: www.crossroads-spirithouse.org
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Journalist Richard Medhurst was arrested in London under Section 12 of the Terrorism Act of 2000 and was accused of 'expressing an opinion or belief that is supportive of a proscribed organization.' He updates us on his case and discusses international events.
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Richard Medhurst Discusses the Terrorism Act and the Criminalization of Journalism | Black Agenda Report
Richard Medhurst joins us to provide an update on his case resulting from his arrest under the Terrorism Act and discuss the impact of repression on other journalists and international events.
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December 6, 2024 at 2:36 PM
Journalist Richard Medhurst was arrested in London under Section 12 of the Terrorism Act of 2000 and was accused of 'expressing an opinion or belief that is supportive of a proscribed organization.' He updates us on his case and discusses international events.
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Omali Yeshitela and his Uhuru 3 co-defendants were convicted of conspiracy in a federal case alleging that they acted under the influence of the Russian government. Sentencing is scheduled for December 16. Omali Yeshitela discusses their case.
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Omali Yeshitela on the Uhuru 3 Sentencing and the Indictment of the U.S. | Black Agenda Report
Omali Yeshitela, Chairman of the African People's Socialist Party Omali Yeshitela joins us from St. Louis to discuss the federal case in which he, Penny Hess, and Jesse Nevel were recently convicted o...
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December 6, 2024 at 2:42 PM
Omali Yeshitela and his Uhuru 3 co-defendants were convicted of conspiracy in a federal case alleging that they acted under the influence of the Russian government. Sentencing is scheduled for December 16. Omali Yeshitela discusses their case.
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Seems like posting tributes to Carrie Ann Lucas is the thing to do huh
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Carrie Ann Lucas, Disability Rights Activist and Attorney, Dies Following Denial From Insurance Company
Carrie Ann Lucas was instrumental in getting the Colorado legislature to pass the “Family Preservation for Parents with Disability Act,” which aims to ensure that parents with disabilities are not dis...
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December 6, 2024 at 3:12 AM
Seems like posting tributes to Carrie Ann Lucas is the thing to do huh
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We must focus on the present as conditions in Gaza worsen daily, but a clear strategy and political vision are crucial to inspire people around the world as to what is possible.
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A vision for freedom is more important than ever
We must focus on the present as conditions in Gaza worsen daily, but a clear strategy and political vision are crucial to inspire people around the world as to what is possible.
mondoweiss.net
December 6, 2024 at 5:48 PM
We must focus on the present as conditions in Gaza worsen daily, but a clear strategy and political vision are crucial to inspire people around the world as to what is possible.
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Friday report: This week 213 teachers signed up at ZEP for people’s history lessons from Gilbert, AZ; Ben Lomond and La Mesa, CA; Denver, CO, Naples and Winter Garden, FL; Atlanta, GA; Gaithersburg, MD; Duluth, MN; Brooklyn, NY; Tacoma, WA; & many more cities.
Read some reasons why ⬇️
Read some reasons why ⬇️
December 6, 2024 at 11:59 PM
Friday report: This week 213 teachers signed up at ZEP for people’s history lessons from Gilbert, AZ; Ben Lomond and La Mesa, CA; Denver, CO, Naples and Winter Garden, FL; Atlanta, GA; Gaithersburg, MD; Duluth, MN; Brooklyn, NY; Tacoma, WA; & many more cities.
Read some reasons why ⬇️
Read some reasons why ⬇️
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Amnesty drops a 296-page report accusing Israel of genocide, and U.S. media’s response? Pretend it’s not happening. Read how they’re downplaying the story:
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U.S. mainstream media downplays Amnesty International’s finding that Israel is committing genocide
Pressure is mounting on the international community over Israel’s genocide in Gaza. With the latest report from Amnesty International, the mainstream U.S. media faced an excruciating dilemma. How coul...
mondoweiss.net
December 6, 2024 at 7:17 PM
Amnesty drops a 296-page report accusing Israel of genocide, and U.S. media’s response? Pretend it’s not happening. Read how they’re downplaying the story:
mondoweiss.net/2024/12/u-s-...
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