Finding solutions for deep-rooted discrimination “Man was born free, and he is everywhere in chains. Those who think themselves the masters of others are indeed greater slaves than they.” —Jean-Jacques […]
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Human Rights Day helps define the dignity and worth of everyone
Finding solutions for deep-rooted discrimination “Man was born free, and he is everywhere in chains. Those who think themselves the masters of others are indeed greater slaves than they.” —Jean-Jacques […]
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New effort to proclaim Dec.1 Rosa Parks Day
Lawmakers seek federal holiday Sixty-six years ago this week, Rosa Parks made history by refusing to relinquish her seat to a White man on a city bus. She was arrested […]
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New effort to proclaim Dec.1 Rosa Parks Day
Lawmakers seek federal holiday Sixty-six years ago yesterday, Rosa Parks made history by refusing to relinquish her seat to a White man on a city bus. She was arrested and […]
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‘Shop Small’ campaign wants to increase local spending
In South Los Angeles The LA South Chamber of Commerce will launch its #ShopSmall, #ShopConscious, #ShopSouthLA Campaign on Black Friday, Nov. 26, with promotional events at seven local small businesses […]
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Latest abortion fight renews 50 years of legal wrangling
Political parties even more divided on issue Nearly five decades after the U.S. Supreme Court ruling on Roe v. Wade, opponents and supporters of abortion rights continue a strident battle […]
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Latest abortion fight renews 50 years of legal wrangling
Political parties even more divided on issue Nearly five decades after the U.S. Supreme Court ruling on Roe v. Wade, opponents and supporters of abortion rights continue a strident battle […]
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Gap Band’s Ronnie Wilson has succumbed at age 73
Ronnie Wilson, founding member of R&B group The Gap Band, has died at the age of 73. His passing on Tuesday was confirmed by his wife, Linda Boulware-Wilson, in a […]
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‘Missing White woman syndrome’ ensnares media, law enforcement
Determining the value of a life The missing person case of 22-year-old Gabby Petito almost overnight became an “above-the-fold” trending topic. At the same time, anger has cropped up among […]
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‘Missing White woman syndrome’ ensnares media, law enforcement
The missing person case of 22-year-old Gabby Petito almost overnight became an “above-the-fold” trending topic. At the same time, anger has cropped up among individuals on social media drawing attention […]