Justice
July 2, 2009 -
In the early
July 1, 2009 -
By Melissa M. Forbis, Guest Contributor "There is no more apt theme for this conference at this fear-driven moment in political history."
June 30, 2009 -
In September 2007 more than 40,000 demonstrators descended on the small town of Jena, La.
June 29, 2009 -
By Pam Spaulding, Pam's House Blend
June 26, 2009 -
U.S. Attorney General Eric Holder told lawmakers this week that it was time to close the gap in prison sentences for crack and powder cocaine crimes, a disparity in sentencing that has had a large impact on the African-American community.
June 26, 2009 -
Rob Kuznia, Hispanic Business Florida activist Al Pina has launched a community campaign against Bank of America over its minority-lending record and practices.
June 23, 2009 -
Judith A. Browne-Dianis, Advancement ProjectCivil rights advocates and those on the side of democracy are letting out a sigh of relief today: the U.S. Supreme Court left intact the Voting Rights Act of 1965.