Population Changes Upend Voting Patterns
Read about how increases in diversity in the neighborhoods of Hyde Park and Dorchester’s Savin Hill enclave are changing voting trends in these areas.
‘Rubber Stamp’ Justice? in Mass, Prison Officials Almost Always Deny Prisoners’ Complaints of Abuse Behind Bars
Read about the increased amount of reports of physical and emotional abuse being denied prisons across Massachusetts and the US.
Boston could begin to fine contractors under its diversity hiring policy — but not for missing the hiring targets
Read about how a new Massachusetts policy on diversity hiring may penalize some construction contractors.
Boston Struggles To Boost Minority, Female Labor Force in Construction Bay State Banner: Boston neighborhoods reveal changing city
Read about the growing concerns of the lack of diversity observed in Boston’s construction workforce.
MA Police Data Points to Racial Disparities in Arrests
Read about the data that has large implications of racial biases and discrimination in Massachusetts policing system.
New Effort to Make Sure Minority-Owned Businesses Get Fair Share of PPP Loans
Read about the actions being taken to ensure equity for minority-owned businesses looking for financial resources.