#Civil Rights

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Supreme Court Prepares to Reassess the Future of the Voting Rights Act

The Supreme Court has added a key voting rights case to its docket, raising serious questions about the durability of the Voting Rights Act decades after its enactment to combat racial discrimination in elections.

By Leo Maxwell • August 25, 2025 3 MIN READ

Supreme Court Prepares to Reassess the Future of the Voting Rights Act

A Red-State Mayor Reflects on the Importance of Embracing Diversity

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The bronze statue of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. in Winter Park, Florida features intentionally exaggerated proportions.

Controversy Erupts Over Proportions of New Martin Luther King Jr. Statue in Florida

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Justice Department's Shift in Civil Rights Enforcement Sparks Controversy

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Reflecting on a Decade of Marriage Equality Milestone

A decade after the landmark Supreme Court ruling, individuals share how marriage equality transformed their lives legally and culturally.

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Peter Philpott’s letter highlights the significance of embracing America’s complex history and learning from its lessons.

Honoring America’s Complex History: A Student’s Plea to Preserve Our True Stories

A 16-year-old student reflects on the importance of acknowledging America’s multifaceted history, emphasizing the courage of the Tuskegee Airmen and the need to preserve inclusive narratives.

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Nationwide Protests Erupt in Response to Immigration Raids

Demonstrations opposing recent immigration enforcement actions have spread across multiple U.S. cities, ranging from peaceful gatherings to clashes with law enforcement.

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The Rise of Authoritarian Measures Amid Los Angeles Protests

Following renewed protests in Los Angeles against mass deportations, the federal government's deployment of troops and the escalation of law enforcement tactics have sparked fears of creeping authoritarianism and the militarization of domestic dissent.

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