racism in the united states
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Biden’s Executive Police Order: Good Enough or Not Enough?
There was a mixed response to whether the order will hold enough power to make substantial change to police reform.
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Significant Moments in the Life of Malcolm X
Today is the birthday of the civil rights leader, here are some of the significant moments throughout his life.
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Michelle Obama, Other Black Leaders Express Praise and Mixed Emotions About ‘Anti-Lynching’ Law
Black leaders around the country praise the passing of the “Emmett Till Anti-Lynching” Act, but also acknowledge this is step one in a long fight.
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246 Years Later, Lynching Is Finally A Federal Hate Crime
President Joe Biden signs anti-lynching act named for slain Emmett Till.
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Finally Congress Passes Emmett Till Bill Making Lynching A Hate Crime
The historic bill carries a maximum sentence of 30 years in prison.
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Civil Rights Groups Request Department of Justice To Reject Past Racist Supreme Court Rulings
The “Insular Cases” stated that people living in U.S. territories do not possess the same rights under the U.S. Constitution.