Author: Raelyn Roberson
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Happy Pride! June is here, it is queer, and it is chaotic. Archiving the events of May required extra time and caution. Thank you for your patience and your concerned messages. My writing was slow this month as I processed the damage that our government has done to my rights as a Black voter, as…
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In May, the author reflects on last month’s tumultuous events marked by political chaos and grassroots resistance. Living in a militarized D.C. fuels their commitment to anti-authoritarian efforts. Despite challenges, there were victories in tech justice organizing. May highlights include worker rights and astrological insights for growth and transformation.
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We made it to May, well done! What can I say, you couldn’t make up the events of last month if you tried. Literally, I do not think I have ever spent as much time fact-checking anything as I did for the April newsletter. Every moment I thought I was done and ready to publish,…
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Happy International Workers’ Day! Whether you are out in the street celebrating, resting at home, or at work. I hope you find time to reflect on the value of your human labor. Every Worker Deserves a Union In 2026, the shrinking of worker’s rights remains a pressing issue. The modern worker struggles under the burden…
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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.