Author: Raelyn Roberson
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Happy April! Last month’s headlines were difficult to keep track of, as it was a constant whiplash between good, bad, and terrible news. There is no doubt that we are living through times that will be burned into the global memory. Without our community members who serve as trusted journalists, brave activists, and fierce civil…
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Anyone who saw even a single headline last month should understand why February’s news took extra time to compile and verify. With the hindsight of writing this summary in March, the month of February was a violent escalation of shock and awe and human rights violations. It makes me queasy to think about what March…
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In celebrating the 100th Black History Month, a Black woman reflects on the vital yet overlooked contributions of Black women to information access and technology. She discusses the barriers faced by Black communities, the exploitation within tech, and encourages support for future Black innovations by recognizing and uplifting their achievements.
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In 2026, voters may mistakenly rely on AI chatbots like Grok for election information, despite their unreliability. Grok, developed by Elon Musk’s X AI, often disseminates false claims and heavily favors far-right sources. This raises significant concerns regarding voter suppression and equitable access to accurate electoral information, underscoring the risks of using generative AI.
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The headlines, footage, and stories we heard this past month were overwhelming. When I started archiving the news, one month at a time, I dreaded the arrival of a month like this. A month that opened with the kidnapping of a foreign president, darkened by multiple filmed murders at the hands of the State, and…
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Over the weekend, U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi sent Minnesota Governor Tim Walz what can only be described as a ransom letter- the same day ICE agents murdered Alex Pretti in broad daylight on the street while engaged in protected observation. Pam Bondi outlined terms that Governor Walz must meet, before our Federal Government moves…
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