Plus, inclusion in Kazakhstan, the future of the EU, and more.
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It’s time for a grown-up conversation about the racialized nature of the war on drugs ([link removed]) . Before governments, policymakers, civil society groups, and the public can have that discussion, however, the way that many countries collect data on drug crimes must undergo serious reform. Because although the racial disparities in drug law enforcement ([link removed]) are widely understood on a general level, the truth is that detailed and reliable data is hard to find. Realizing where we have gone wrong is a prerequisite to addressing the injustices and harms of the drug war
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Eurasia
** Kazakhstan’s Theater for All ([link removed])
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Literal Action, a groundbreaking inclusive theater project in Kazakhstan, is trying to redefine how both audiences and performers understand theater—and unlock its radically inclusive potential.
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United States
** “We’re More, and We’re Not Afraid” ([link removed])
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It’s been two years since Hurricane Maria devastated Puerto Rico. In the time since, historic protests have forced a hated governor from office—inaugurating a new era of reform and political mobilization.
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Europe
** Confronting the EU’s Three Biggest Challenges ([link removed])
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During this moment of change and instability, the EU has an opportunity to make reforms that will ensure it can tackle the problems of the 21st century. A new report offers a guide for turning this potential into reality.
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Instagram
** The Power of #BlackDragMagic ([link removed])
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In this week’s Open Society Instagram takeover, we share the stories from an inspiring group of drag artists who are challenging bigotry simply by being their true selves.
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