minorities

Example Sentences

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These safeguards, he wrote, were untouched by the decision, and would continue to protect racial minorities against attacks on their political representation.

From Slate • May 12, 2026

Some researchers have argued that predictive policing systems do not increase the likelihood that racial minorities will be arrested more often relative to traditional policing practices.

From Salon • May 12, 2026

He said he hoped the parliament of minorities would work constructively to find consensus.

From BBC • May 9, 2026

He said it’s patronizing to minorities when critics argue it’s hard for them to get identification.

From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026

I knew that many people, par-ticularly the minorities, whites, Coloureds, and Indians, would be feeling anxious about the future, and I wanted them to feel secure.

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela