Tanzina Vega appears in the following:
"How Can America Not Know This Story?": Lee Daniels on the Enduring Relevance of Billie Holiday
Thursday, February 25, 2021
Director Lee Daniels's The United States vs. Billie Holiday delves into efforts by the federal government to ruin the singer’s reputation because of her civil rights activism.
The Overlooked and Pervasive Sexual Abuse of Boys and Young Men
Wednesday, February 24, 2021
The sexual assault of boys and men is much more pervasive than we might expect.
How Wealthy Mainlanders Exploit Puerto Rico's Tax Breaks
Wednesday, February 24, 2021
Influencer Logan Paul is the latest example of a mainlander moving to Puerto Rico in search of a financial windfall that rarely extends to Puerto Ricans themselves.
The Long Road to COVID-19 Recovery
Tuesday, February 23, 2021
A year into the pandemic, some patients, known as “COVID-19 long-haulers,” are still suffering from the virus.
As Texans Seek Compensation for Storm Damage, Legal Hurdles Remain
Tuesday, February 23, 2021
In the wake of last week’s massive power outages in Texas, a handful of residents are suing the company responsible for the vast majority of the state’s power grid.
How Federal U.S. Marshals Escape Accountability and Reform
Monday, February 22, 2021
The conversation around police reform needs to also focus on federal law enforcement.
How Rush Limbaugh Shaped Conservative Media and the GOP
Thursday, February 18, 2021
For decades, Rush Limbaugh used his enormous talk radio platform to denigrate the voices of liberals, feminists, people of color, and the LGBTQ community.
The American Power System Is Unprepared for Climate Change
Thursday, February 18, 2021
From Hurricane Maria in Puerto Rico to wildfires in California to winter storms in Texas, the failures of U.S. power grids continue to put people at risk.
The Pandemic's Toll on Our Bodies
Tuesday, February 16, 2021
After a year locked down in our homes, many people are reporting an increase in aches, pains, headaches, and a whole host of other physical ailments.
Find What Feels Good: Adriene Mishler on How to Help Our Bodies Survive the Pandemic
Tuesday, February 16, 2021
We spoke to Adriene Mishler about her advice for reconnecting with our bodies.
Students Organizers in Florida Want School Resource Officers Replaced with Restorative Justice
Monday, February 15, 2021
At the end of January, a series of violent actions by school resource officers against Black students in Central Florida led to an outcry in the local education system.
New Leadership in Newsrooms: An Opportunity for Change
Thursday, February 11, 2021
As many news organizations look for new leaders, the media landscape is changing.
Schools Struggle to Address Alarming Number of Students Not Attending Class During the Pandemic
Thursday, February 11, 2021
Amid the back-and-forth on remote versus in-person schooling, a troubling trend has emerged: many students have stopped attending school completely.
The Climate Crisis vs. the Jobs Crisis
Wednesday, February 10, 2021
We discuss what kinds of jobs will be lost and what kinds of jobs will emerge under the Biden administration’s environmental policies.
Some Companies Are Charging Hidden COVID-19 Fees — And Consumers Are Angry
Wednesday, February 10, 2021
Charging hidden fees may be illegal in some states.
In Some States, People with Disabilities Feel Left Behind in Vaccine Rollout
Wednesday, February 10, 2021
As states continue expanding their vaccine priority groups to people in specific age groups and professions, some people with disabilities are finding themselves excluded.
Tracing the History of Black Gun Ownership in the U.S.
Monday, February 08, 2021
While the face of the gun rights movement tends to be white conservatives, Black gun owners arming themselves in self-defense are also contributing to a recent firearm industry boom.
The Financial Future of Puerto Rico Under the Biden Administration
Monday, February 08, 2021
The Biden administration has announced it will be removing restrictions on billions of dollars in Hurricane Maria recovery aid to Puerto Rico.
'Young Rock' Showrunner Nahnatchka Khan on Finding Sitcom Success in a Changing Hollywood
Thursday, February 04, 2021
Nahnatchka Khan is best known for her work on "Fresh Off the Boat" and "Always Be My Maybe." This month, she's out with a new sitcom based on the life of Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson.
U.S.-Russia Relationship Back in Spotlight After Sentencing of Putin Critic
Wednesday, February 03, 2021
The Biden administration is calling for the release of Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny, who was sentenced to more than two years in prison on Tuesday.