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The Grizzlies can help Memphis heal from Tyre Nichols’ death. It won’t be easy | Opinion

     As the Grizzlies took the court, protests were happening across the city for a third straight day. A moment of silence for Nichols punctuated a somber pregame scene. The coaches and players were still grappling with what they saw in that video – “I couldn’t even make it through,” Morant admitted – and what their responsibility is moving forward. […]

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Private Acts, Public Shaming: Decoding the Far Right’s Attack on Who Can Access Bathrooms

     Over the past few years, we’ve all become painfully aware of the Far Right’s attacks on trans people, often centered around the right to use the restroom. So-called “bathroom bills” have popped up in a number of states, including right now in Arkansas. These bills are obvious attempts by the Far Right to attack an already marginalized group and score some culture war points with the most hateful members of their base. And the tactic isn’t even new. […]