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Important lessons we learned about black history from Gary Younge’s lecture

Important lessons we learned about black history from Gary Younge’s lecture

What can we learn about black history from Gary Younge – and what can students do better?
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The lockdown that unlocked humanity by Haya Genawi

The lockdown that unlocked humanity by Haya Genawi

Haya Genawi’s poem details current events in lockdown’s relationship with BLM
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Manchester arson victim given ‘life and hope’ after overwhelming fundraising response

Manchester arson victim given ‘life and hope’ after overwhelming fundraising response

Supporters in Manchester and around the world have raised almost £100,000
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Black Lives Matter: Why better history education is so important

Black Lives Matter: Why better history education is so important

Serafina Kenny argues changing school curriculums is the best way to stamp out racism
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Black Lives Matter at UoM: What comes next?

Black Lives Matter at UoM: What comes next?

Students talk to The Mancunion about the University’s response to Black Lives Matter, and what they want to see next
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Black Lives Matter: The peaceful protests in Manchester this weekend

Black Lives Matter: The peaceful protests in Manchester this weekend

Here’s all you need to know about the protests taking place this weekend in Manchester
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Protesting during lockdown: How to make your voice heard safely

Protesting during lockdown: How to make your voice heard safely

The Mancunion spoke with several of Manchester’s activist groups to find out how people can protest safely and effectively during lockdown
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“Let’s Get Loud” about J-Lo and Shakira at the Super Bowl

“Let’s Get Loud” about J-Lo and Shakira at the Super Bowl

Jay Darcy discusses the political implications of J-Lo and Shakira being chosen to headline the Super Bowl
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A social “awokening”: we need to start taking responsibility

Social media has kept our ‘woke’ generation from taking real political action
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Stop pretending Fidel Castro was a hero

The ignorance of Castro’s Human Rights record demonstated by many in the west threatens international relations with Cuba
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‘God save the Queen’ stands in the way of progress

Recent protests against national anthems and flags in the United States should inspire Brits to the causes of discriminated peoples at home
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