civil rights
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As president and CEO of the NAACP, America’s oldest and largest civil rights organization, Derrick Johnson is well acquainted with the struggles and dangers of this moment.
From Salon
I just read Bill Shaikin’s excellent column contrasting the Dodgers’ option to visit the White House with Jackie Robinson’s legendary civil rights stands throughout his life.
From Los Angeles Times
The post quickly drew fierce criticism from Democrats, some Republicans and civil rights organizations.
From Los Angeles Times
The post, however, quickly drew fierce criticism from Democrats, some Republicans and civil rights organizations.
From Los Angeles Times
Carol Sobel, a longtime L.A. civil rights attorney, said that images — no matter how disturbing — are generally protected by the 1st Amendment when kept on a personal phone rather than a department-issued device.
From Los Angeles Times
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