Tanzina Vega appears in the following:
In Indonesian Elections, it's Fake News Vs. Ballot Truths
Wednesday, April 17, 2019
Nearly 200 million Indonesians will be able to vote across 17,000 islands on Wednesday, making for the world's largest single-day election.
The Notre Dame Cathedral Fire: What it Means for France and the World
Tuesday, April 16, 2019
The world watched as the devastating fire engulfed the cathedral on Monday. But the pain of its damage goes well beyond Paris.
The Challenges Women of Color Have Faced in Politics and Beyond
Tuesday, April 16, 2019
Republicans have taken Rep. Omar's comments out of context, while Democrats have been lackluster in their defense.
Stop & Shop Workers Go on Strike
Tuesday, April 16, 2019
31,000 workers have been on strike since last Thursday, leaving 240 stores understaffed or closed altogether.
Facial Recognition Surveillance Targets Uighur Minority in China
Tuesday, April 16, 2019
This is the first instance of a government using AI for the explicit purpose of racial profiling, according to reporting from The New York Times.
Camp Fire Survivors Still Dealing with Death in the Community
Monday, April 15, 2019
Health problems and lack of access to medical services have lead to deaths of survivors of the Camp Fire in Northern California, friends and family say.
Burning of Three Black Churches Serves as Reminder of Racism's Continuing Legacy
Monday, April 15, 2019
The churches were all burned in St. Landry Parish, Louisiana, over the course of ten days in March.
An Uncertain Path Forward for Transgender Troops
Monday, April 15, 2019
On Friday, the Trump administration banned transgender people from openly enlisting in the military. Advocates say this marks a return to "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" for transgender troops.
Revolution in Sudan: What Happens Next?
Thursday, April 11, 2019
Where does the revolution go, now that al-Bashir has been arrested?
New Tax Bill Will Make it Illegal for IRS to Offer Free E-Filing Option
Thursday, April 11, 2019
The Taxpayer First Act just passed the House this week.
Wyatt Cenac Shakes Up Late Night with a Deep Dive on Education
Thursday, April 11, 2019
This season of comedian Wyatt Cenac’s "Problem Areas" explores education in the United States. Cenac spoke with The Takeaway about his show's unique spot in the late-night landscape.
Politics and Voting in the Lone Star State
Thursday, April 11, 2019
First, a look at investigations into Texas's effort to remove thousands of voters from the rolls; Then a look at what Texas voters are looking for going into election season 2020.
Justice Department Deputy Nominee Grilled Over Mueller Report in Confirmation
Thursday, April 11, 2019
Rosen declined to say whether he would release a full, unedited version of the Mueller Report in his confirmation hearing.
New York Islanders' Shannon Hogan on Breaking Gender Barriers in Sports Broadcasting
Wednesday, April 10, 2019
This season, Shannon Hogan was joined on the MSG Network by an all-women team of analysts, a first for a pro-sports team.
Trump Administration Goes to Court to Denaturalize U.S. Citizen
Wednesday, April 10, 2019
Last week, a denaturalization trial got underway for a man born in Pakistan who's been a U.S. citizen since 2006. The Justice Department alleges he lied on his citizenship application.
Hearing on White Nationalism Gives Platform to Extreme Views
Wednesday, April 10, 2019
Testimony on containing white nationalism got side-lined by partisan infighting that resulted in little agreement on the notion of extremism.
Georgia Bill to Regulate Journalism an 'Opportunity' for Dialogue
Wednesday, April 10, 2019
A bill in Georgia would force reporters to turn over their notes for an ethical review. It's likely not going to pass, but it's a wake-up call for journalists.
Renegade Libyan General Launches Attack for Control of Tripoli
Tuesday, April 09, 2019
The only working airport in Tripoli, Libya shutdown on Monday after it was hit by an airstrike from forces loyal to a renegade general.
The IRS Audits the Working Poor at a Higher Rate than Wealthier People
Tuesday, April 09, 2019
The audit process itself also has immediate and long-term effects for working class people.
Author Kwame Alexander Wants to Help Young People Imagine a Better World
Tuesday, April 09, 2019
Kwame Alexander's new book, "The Undefeated," celebrates black Americans throughout history. The Takeaway spoke with Alexander about his unique approach to engaging young readers.