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Brazen San Jose Assault Sparks Fears of Rising Antisemitic Violence
Civil Rights

Brazen San Jose Assault Sparks Fears of Rising Antisemitic Violence

Violent Assault in San Jose Raises Alarming Concerns of Antisemitic Hate Crime A disturbing act of violence in San Jose’s...

Staff Reporter | 13 days ago
Equality Act Passes Congress, Extending Anti-Discrimination Protections
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Equality Act Passes Congress, Extending Anti-Discrimination Protections

The Equality Act extends federal anti-discrimination protections to LGBTQ+ Americans in employment, housing, education, and public accommodations.

Jordan Taylor | 1 month ago
Disability Rights Advocates Celebrate Landmark Accessibility Ruling
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Disability Rights Advocates Celebrate Landmark Accessibility Ruling

A federal court ruled that digital accessibility is required under the ADA, ensuring websites and apps must be usable by...

Jordan Taylor | 1 month ago
Supreme Court Upholds Affirmative Action in Landmark Admissions Case
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Supreme Court Upholds Affirmative Action in Landmark Admissions Case

In a significant ruling, the Supreme Court upheld the constitutionality of race-conscious admissions programs that promote diversity in higher education.

Jordan Taylor | 1 month ago