Reparations

Tulsa Race Massacre Survivors’ Lawsuit Dismissed as Legal Challenges Persist

Sep 17, 2024

Viola Fletcher and Lessie Benningfield Randle, the last living survivors of the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre, face a significant legal setback following the recent dismissal of their lawsuit against the city of Tulsa. The Oklahoma Supreme Court has declined to rehear the case, which was initially dismissed in June. The 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre, also…
California Lawmakers Pass Just One Part of Reparations Legislation

Sep 3, 2024

In the final days of their legislative session, California lawmakers passed only one part of a three-bill package aimed at addressing reparations for slavery and racism, while the other two bills were shelved amid reports of concerns from Governor Gavin Newsom. Late Saturday, the last day of the State Assembly session, demonstrators gathered in support…
Oklahoma Supreme Court Considers Final Appeal for Tulsa Massacre Survivors’ Right to Trial for Reparations

Apr 8, 2024

In a historic hearing that could mark a significant step towards justice, the Oklahoma Supreme Court deliberated on Tuesday, April 2, 2024, over the final appeal for the right to trial for reparations sought by the two remaining survivors of the 1921 Tulsa race massacre. Lessie Benningfield Randle and Viola Fletcher, both 109 years old,…

Tulsa Race Massacre Survivors’ Lawsuit Dismissed as Legal Challenges Persist