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Reparations Advocates Tell California Gov. Gavin Newsom: Don’t Extend Legislation Deadline
While the California task force works to determine the cost of reparations, advocates say they don't need an extension
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Rappers Rejoice: Cali Will Make It Harder To Use Rap Lyrics In Criminal Cases
The measure approved by California's Senate and Assembly heads to Governor Gavin Newsom’s desk for a final signature
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![[Update] The Deed is Done: California Transfers Land Back to Black Family After 100 Years](https://www.theroot.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/db2d3f1d8c9b375d55751c9d614df6c0-300x200.jpg)
[Update] The Deed is Done: California Transfers Land Back to Black Family After 100 Years
The state’s approach to reparations may not be exclusive to monetary compensation from slavery.
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California Gov. Gavin Newsom Targets Florida GOP in Fourth of July Ad
The Independence Day ad that aired on Fox News sought to target Florida Gov. Ron Desantis' recently signed laws
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California Senate Elects To Not Change ‘Involuntary Servitude’ Amendment
The proposed measure would have elevated California prisoner pay to $ 15 an hour and given worker protections.
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California Reparations Task Force Releases ‘Groundbreaking’ First Report
The California task force outlined harms against its African American citizens and steps to address those wrongs that may serve as a future blueprint.
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America Has A Homelessness Compassion Problem
The ongoing criminalization tactics in places like Tennessee and New York towards homelessness show we are out of touch with empathy.
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California Boardroom Diversity Law Ruled Unconstitutional By LA Judge
However, the ruling itself didn’t explain the judge’s reasoning.
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![California Task Force on Reparations Votes to Limit Compensation to Descendants of Slaves [UPDATED]](https://www.theroot.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/523fc79a461bb867cf1eb405b84d7460-300x167.jpg)
California Task Force on Reparations Votes to Limit Compensation to Descendants of Slaves [UPDATED]
State compensation will only go to descendants of free and enslaved Black people in the U.S. in the 19th century.