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Protests
If the divestment movement succeeds, will it have an economic impact?
by
Kai Ryssdal
and Sofia Terenzio
May 3, 2024
Divestment might not move the needle on government or corporate policy, but it could shift "hearts and minds," says Alison Taylor of NYU.
The economic — and political — consequences of reforming France's pensions
by
Sabri Ben-Achour
and Jarrett Dang
Mar 30, 2023
More than a million people have taken to the streets across France since President Emmanuel Macron forced through legislation raising the retirement age from 62 to 64.
What does the future hold for China's zero-COVID policies?
by
Sabri Ben-Achour
, Erika Soderstrom
and Jarrett Dang
Dec 2, 2022
The protests reflect simmering anger over strict government COVID measures.
Iran's internet crackdown prompts frustration — and workarounds
by
Lily Jamali
Oct 6, 2022
After the death of Mahsa Amini, Iran's government and citizens use increasingly sophisticated tools in their struggle over information.
Truckers block Oakland port to protest a California labor law
Jul 22, 2022
It's one more thing for a supply chain under unprecedented pressure.
Canadian protests are choking off one of the most important arteries in the auto industry
by
Lily Jamali
Feb 9, 2022
U.S. automakers depend on parts from Canadian manufacturers. And a lot of them cross the Ambassador Bridge.
Athletes protest police shooting of Jacob Blake by refusing to play
Aug 27, 2020
Kenneth Shropshire called Wednesday a "universally unique day in history and in sport."
For public good, not for profit.
With PepsiCo's second-quarter earnings out, activists look beyond profits and losses
Jul 13, 2020
The company has committed to helping the Black Lives Matter movement, but has faced pressure to go beyond writing a check.
Police departments have spent millions in overtime during protests
by
Janet Nguyen
Jul 3, 2020
While activists call for redirecting police funding, overtime compensation can exceed cities' budgeted amounts. Sometimes officers are paid in comp time.
An updated Community Reinvestment Act faces criticism
Jun 18, 2020
Activists are concerned that a new rule could weaken banks' partnerships with their communities.