Social Issues

The Burden of Being
This special program explores the unique mental health burdens of Black women and girls in the United States.
A Girl Scouts troop offers hope and ‘sisters for life’ for migrant children
Girl Scouts Troop 6,000 in New York City helps migrant girls establish connections and a platform to start a new life in a new country but also equips them with crucial life skills.
As the FDA evaluates ecstasy treatment for PTSD, questions mount about the evidence
Clinical trials of MDMA have been promising, but concerns have emerged about the quality of the research. A June hearing scheduled by the Food and Drug Administration is likely to address them.
Minnesota House delays vote on equal rights amendment after prolonged debate on other bills
The bill would put a question before voters in 2026 about amending Minnesota’s constitution to add additional protections from discrimination.
Republicans and K-12 school leaders clash over handling of antisemitism
Republicans tried for the kind of headline moments they’ve scored in similar hearings with elite college presidents. But the testimony from K-12 public school leaders offered few surprises.