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Jury Selection and Race in Mississippi Case

Jury Selection and Race in Mississippi Case

by African Elements News Writer | Dec 15, 2025 | Black New-US, Black Sociology and Politics, Current News Headlines

The Supreme Court will address racial discrimination in Mississippi jury selection in *Pitchford v. Cain*, examining a prosecutor’s bias and the deep-rooted issue of racial bias in jury selection.

Death Penalty Dilemma: Mercy Meets Hate in U.S.

Death Penalty Dilemma: Mercy Meets Hate in U.S.

by African Elements News Writer | Dec 24, 2024 | Black New-US, Black Sociology and Politics, Current News Headlines

President Biden’s commutations of federal death sentences exclude Dylann Roof, raising questions about justice and racial disparities in capital punishment.

Marcellus Williams’ Execution in Missouri Sparks Outcry

Marcellus Williams’ Execution in Missouri Sparks Outcry

by African Elements News Writer | Sep 24, 2024 | Black New-US, Black Sociology and Politics, Current News Headlines

The execution of Marcellus Williams highlights systemic injustice in Missouri’s justice system, revealing issues like flawed DNA evidence and racial bias.

How Troy Davis Ignited the Death Penalty Fight

How Troy Davis Ignited the Death Penalty Fight

by African Elements News Writer | Sep 24, 2024 | Current News Headlines

Troy Davis’s case sparked global outrage over wrongful convictions and racial bias, shaping the heated death penalty debate in America.

Unveiling Injustice: Racial Disparities in America’s Death Penalty System

Unveiling Injustice: Racial Disparities in America’s Death Penalty System

by African Elements News Writer | Apr 20, 2024 | Black New-US, Black Sociology and Politics, Current News Headlines

Explore the troubling racial disparities in America’s death penalty system with our deep dive into how racial bias affects executions and sentencing, highlighting the need for urgent reforms.

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  • Why Uganda Writers Fear The State During Election Season January 21, 2026
    Explore the history of state violence in Uganda, from Idi Amin's terror to modern 'drones,' and why writers face arrest during the 2026 election cycle. The post Why Uganda Writers Fear The State During Election Season first appeared on African Elements.
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  • Why Haiti Faces Famine: The Haiti Hunger Crisis Historical Causes January 21, 2026
    Discover why Haiti faces a man-made famine. Learn about the historical debt, trade policies, and armed groups driving the current food insecurity crisis. The post Why Haiti Faces Famine: The Haiti Hunger Crisis Historical Causes first appeared on African Elements.
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