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Today at Ms. | February 27, 2025
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Justice on Their Terms: Empowering Plaintiffs Through Anonymity [[link removed]]
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By Ervin Nevitt | The day that a survivor of sexual abuse files a lawsuit is a difficult and painful day, but also one that starts a journey toward justice.
For many plaintiffs, stepping forward is not only the start of a legal proceeding but also an act of immense courage. It often involves sharing deeply personal and traumatic experiences with the court and, potentially, the public. This is why plaintiffs must have the option and privacy protection to have their cases filed under pseudonyms.
This issue is at the center of a recent high-profile case against Sean “Diddy” Combs, U.S. District Judge Mary Kay Vyskocil ruled that a woman suing under the pseudonym “Jane Doe” must reveal her real name or face dismissal of her lawsuit.
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‘I Felt Like a Human Again’: A Guaranteed Income Program Transformed This Mississippi Mom’s Life [[link removed]]
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By Javonica | Front & Center began as first-person accounts of Black mothers in Jackson, Miss., receiving a guaranteed income. Now in its fourth year, the series is expanding to explore broader systemic issues affecting Black women in poverty, including the safety net, healthcare, caregiving, and overall well-being.
Javonica, a 26-year-old mother in Jackson, Miss., has faced countless obstacles: navigating job instability, unreliable transportation, and a social safety net riddled with barriers. Despite completing technical college, she struggled to pass a certification test, and without a car, accessing childcare and work opportunities became nearly impossible. Now, as she prepares to welcome her third child, a guaranteed income program through the Magnolia Mother’s Trust is providing much-needed financial relief, allowing her to pay bills, care for her children and plan for a more stable future.
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‘Hold Your Money’: Economic Blackouts Gain Momentum in Protest of Corporate and Government Policies [[link removed]]
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By Ava Slocum | A grassroots movement is calling for a nationwide 24-hour economic blackout on Friday, Feb. 28, urging Americans to boycott major corporations and use cash at small businesses to protest corporate and government influence. The action is part of a broader wave of spending protests, including ongoing boycotts targeting companies that have rolled back diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives.
These economic protests coincide with growing dissatisfaction with the Trump administration, as approval ratings drop and demonstrations against its policies—such as cuts to the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau and proposed Medicaid reductions—gain traction nationwide. With low-income voters playing a key role in Trump’s base, the administration’s economic policies are fueling both resistance and debate.
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As part of our Black History Month Rewind at Ms. Studios, we’re revisiting some of our favorite past episodes. Today, we're revisiting an episode exploring racism and police brutality, featuring a cast of all-star guests.
We hope you'll listen, subscribe, rate and review today!
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