Arun Venugopal appears in the following:
Micropolis: Beyond Outrage
Wednesday, July 25, 2018
Join Arun Venugopal, Kayhan Irani, Nore Davis, and Elie Mystal for a re-examination of the ways in which humor and wit allow for a more nuanced understanding of human (racial) affairs.
Does the American Flag Intimidate You?
Tuesday, July 03, 2018
Arun Venugopal discusses his reporting on whether the flag is a symbol of beauty or intimidation.
Why Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez Won
Wednesday, June 27, 2018
The young insurgent took full advantage of a district's changing demographics, anti-Trump backlash and disillusionment with the Queens Democratic establishment.
Out of Power
Thursday, June 21, 2018
South Asian-Americans across the country have been on the political ascent, but have been completely shut out in New York.
The American Flag: Symbol of Beauty or Intimidation?
Thursday, June 14, 2018
What does the American flag symbolize at a time of rising nationalism?
Life Without Caffeine and Other Ramadan Realities
Tuesday, May 15, 2018
For some Muslims, the rigors of Ramadan can be softened with a little pre-planning.
Designers Delve Into the Lives of the Undocumented
Tuesday, May 01, 2018
From cheeky candy to a wearable camera, design students at Pratt explore ways to empower and comfort immigrants.
Nepalis Wonder If They'll be Forced to Leave the Country
Monday, April 23, 2018
After Salvadoran, Nicagaraguan and Haitian immigrants lost their Temporary Protected Status, members of the Nepali community wonder if they'll be next.
'Drag Queen Story Hour' Brings Some Sparkle to Preschoolers
Friday, March 09, 2018
Drag Queen Story Hour is exactly what it sounds like. And it's coming to a library near you.
An Immigrant Trek, From NYC to DC
Thursday, February 15, 2018
Worried about the direction of the nation's immigration debate, a group of young immigrants set off on foot from lower Manhattan to the nation's capital.
Hoping for a Game-Changing Immigration Debate? Don't Hold Your Breath.
Tuesday, February 13, 2018
Immigrants have a lot riding on the Senate immigration debate, but so far there's little to suggest anything substantive will emerge.
At Black Comix Expo, All Eyes on Black Panther
Sunday, February 11, 2018
As Black Panther arrives in movie theaters this week, black audiences think it could fundamentally change how they're seen.
Ravi Ragbir Avoids Deportation, For Now
Friday, February 09, 2018
A prominent immigrant rights activist argues that he and others are being targeted by the Trump administration due to their political beliefs.
Home Health Aides Aren't Showing up to Work
Wednesday, February 07, 2018
Changes to immigration policy are prompting some foreign-born healthcare workers to abandon their jobs.
#DesiWallofShame Targets the Trump Faithful
Tuesday, February 06, 2018
The Trump administration is chock-full of South Asian Americans, or desis. So progressives in the community are heaping on the scorn.
Sanctuary for Immigrants: Hugely Symbolic, Rarely Used
Tuesday, January 23, 2018
The implications are substantial for both the immigrant seeking a safe haven, and the houses of worship providing it.
Documenting Hate In 2017: A Year In Review
Tuesday, January 09, 2018
ProPublica's Documenting Hate team and 130 other newsrooms tracked hate crimes in 2017. Here's what they learned.
A Christmas Tale: An Immigrant Cuts Off His Ankle Monitor
Friday, December 22, 2017
Thousands of undocumented immigrants wear ankle monitors while they await immigration court proceedings, but a small number are choosing to cut them off in ceremonial protest.
Forced to Leave the U.S., Two Haitians Weigh Their Options
Thursday, December 07, 2017
The Trump administration's decision to end TPS for Haitians in the U.S. means the Dejean brothers may need to give up the life they've built for themselves in Brooklyn.
Haitian New Yorkers Ask Whether They Must Now Leave the U.S.
Tuesday, November 21, 2017
The Trump administration's decision to end Temporary Protected Status for 59,000 Haitians forces members of the community to weigh their options.
