Eileen Rivers
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Emmett Till's cousin: 'Very grateful' for newly signed law but 'it doesn't stop our fight'
Deborah Watts has been fighting for justice for her cousin for years. Recently signed legislation in Till's name provides hope. But more work needed. → Read More
'Biden spoke about coffins, dead veterans.' Boebert's nastiness should angry us| Opinion
I spent four years of my life in the Army as an Arabic linguist. I come from a family of veterans. And I am angry. → Read More
Is Chauvin guilty verdict a guarantee? It should be, but Black America knows why it's not
The prosecution built an airtight case. An endless loop of videos explicitly shows George Floyd's death, suffering. 'We've seen this movie before.' → Read More
In 'Repairing America' USA TODAY looks at nationwide reparations fight
Exploring Fight for Reparations, Racial Justice Across the Country → Read More
AAPI pride: Asian and Pacific Islander heritage helps lift America to what it must be
Anti-Asian hate protests are changing America – just as Asian American and Pacific Islander accomplishments are uplifting it. These voices share how. → Read More
Kamala Harris makes history. Her swearing-in as vice president shows ‘strength of our democracy.’
Kamala Harris’ inauguration is a marker that the arc of history is bending toward the democracy America deserves. Support her, and hold her accountable. → Read More
A mayor, a filmmaker, a Navajo Nation president: Our take on Leaders of Change
We set out to find the next John Lewis, that leader who is going to guide us through the chaos of today's civil rights fight. → Read More
Video of George Floyd pinned by Minneapolis cops is shocking but not surprising
As a black journalist in America, I often feel like my coverage of these incidents amounts to screaming into the void. → Read More
Kimmel: Bloomberg was the Bed, Bath and Beyond of candidates
How did the candidates do on Super Tuesday? The late-night comics give us a bit of insight in today's Best of Late Night. → Read More
Noah: In Democratic race, Biden is his own worst opponent
Going into Super Tuesday, who has the advantage? The comics take a look in Best of Late Night. → Read More
Maher tells Trump that coronavirus won't just disappear
The virus continues to spread, and the president continues to spread odd information about it. The comics break it down in Best of Late Night. → Read More
Noah takes a guess at Pence plan to combat coronavirus
Vice President Mike Pence will be in charge of U.S. response to the virus, and the comics aren't very confident. Their analysis in Best of Late Night. → Read More
Noah takes a guess at Pence plan to combat coronavirus
Vice President Mike Pence will be in charge of U.S. response to the virus, and the comics aren't very confident. Their analysis in Best of Late Night. → Read More
James Corden tries to figure out why Americans love Valentine's Day so much
Before you bring your significant other chocolates and flowers, get some comical perspectives on this special day with Best of Late Night. → Read More
SNL's Che explains why impeachment turned him into a Republican
The impeachment trial has included odd moments. But perhaps none as strange as Michael Che's party switch. All is explained in Best of Late Night. → Read More
Corden contemplates what a Saturday Super Bowl might mean
Super Bowl food, a day change and gambling: the comics tackle it in Best of Late Night → Read More
Fallon explains why some in GOP don't want impeachment witnesses
The Senate may hear from ex-national security adviser John Bolton after all. Who is the holdout pushing for testimony? Find out in Best of Late Night. → Read More
Corden: Impeachment trial will be as legit as celebrity college application
What are the rules that rule the Senate impeachment trial? The comics take a look in Best of Late Night → Read More
The graying of America's prisons: 'When is enough enough?'
Inmates over 55 are among the fastest growing population. They burden prisons and taxpayers, but pose the lowest threat to society. → Read More
Lester Holt Q&A: In prison, I learned about hope and resilience
NBC News anchor was one of the first to interview rapper Meek Mill after his release. Now, he's covering criminal justice from the inside. → Read More