Meg Dalton appears in the following:
Kamala Harris Chosen As Joe Biden's Running Mate
Wednesday, August 12, 2020
Harris is the first Black woman and the first person of South Asian descent nominated to national office by a major party.
In Puerto Rico, a Botched Primary Further Erodes Trust in Government
Tuesday, August 11, 2020
On Sunday, the island’s election commission suspended its primaries amid unprecedented chaos at the polls.
How the Pandemic Could Shape Conversations About Choosing to Remain Childfree
Monday, August 10, 2020
Childfree people today—especially women—still face scrutiny over their decision not to have children. Could the pandemic change that?
The Revolutionary Roots of Black August
Thursday, August 06, 2020
This week marked the start of Black August, the month-long commemoration of Black resistance that dates back to the 1970s.
Kanye West and How Media Talks About Mental Illness
Thursday, August 06, 2020
Recently, Kanye West’s bipolar disorder has been in the news, and some are questioning how the media has been covering it.
COVID-19 Continues to Spread As U.S. Surpasses 150,000 Deaths
Tuesday, August 04, 2020
Today, the country seems in a more dangerous position than at the pandemic’s previous peak in April.
Journalists Need to Improve Coverage of People with Disabilities
Thursday, July 30, 2020
Today, about 1 in 4 adults live with a disability in the U.S. Yet that’s rarely reflected in news coverage.
Has Fashion Become More Accessible?
Wednesday, July 29, 2020
Today, about 1 in 4 adults in the U.S. live with a disability. For many of those people, it can be difficult to find clothing that’s both stylish and functional.
How Should Cities Rethink Accessibility?
Tuesday, July 28, 2020
30 years after the passage of the Americans with Disabilities Act, people with disabilities still face major barriers in U.S. cities.
In the U.S., People with Disabilities Face Major Challenges to Voting
Monday, July 27, 2020
While the Americans with Disabilities Act intended to make polling places more accessible to people with disabilities, they remain largely inaccessible to this day.
The Push for More Latino Representation in Journalism
Thursday, July 23, 2020
Earlier this week, Latino journalists at the Los Angeles Times sent an open letter to leadership demanding better newsroom representation.
Where Have All the Quiet Places Gone?
Wednesday, July 22, 2020
Truly quiet places are becoming increasingly rare, even in some of the most remote parts of the world.
What Vogue's Latest Cover Tells Us About Diversity in Photography
Thursday, July 16, 2020
Earlier this week, the magazine Vogue came under fire for the cover of its August issue, which features the celebrated gymnast Simone Biles photographed by Annie Leibovitz.
The State of COVID Testing Across the U.S.
Wednesday, July 15, 2020
With cases on the rise across much of the country, COVID-19 testing remains critical, but is still not as accessible as many experts say is needed.
Do We Need to Reform Death Investigation in the U.S.?
Tuesday, July 14, 2020
Medical examiners and coroners can sometimes minimize police responsibility during incidents of misconduct.
What Has COVID-19 Meant for Children's Mental Health?
Monday, July 13, 2020
As the new school year approaches, there are growing concerns about what this crisis has meant for children’s mental and developmental health.
What Does the Latest SCOTUS Decision Mean for Birth Control Access?
Thursday, July 09, 2020
In a 7-2 decision, the court upheld a Trump administration regulation allowing employers to deny contraceptive coverage to workers based on religious or moral grounds.
What Will COVID-19 Mean for Higher Education in the Fall?
Wednesday, July 08, 2020
Colleges and universities across the U.S. are grappling with when and how to reopen in the upcoming school year, amid the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.
Restrictions on Beach and Pool Access Amid the Coronavirus Pandemic
Tuesday, July 07, 2020
Places of public recreation, including pools and beaches, have long been flashpoints of race and class conflict.
The Power of Fiction By and About Black People
Tuesday, July 07, 2020
Best-selling author Jasmine Guillory joined The Takeaway to discuss the sudden interest in antiracism texts, the power of fiction, celebrating about Black lives, and more.
