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Part IX: Equal Protection of the Law—Sex Discrimination and Other Types

An Introduction To Constitutional Law Video Library: Frontiero v. Richardson (1973), Craig v. Boren (1976), U.S. v. Virginia (1996), Cleburne v. Cleburne Living Center, Inc. (1985), Romer v. Evans (1996)

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Socioeconomic status explains most of the racial and ethnic achievement gaps in elementary school

For decades, white students have performed significantly better than Black and Hispanic students on tests of academic achievement. Explanations for these achievement gaps include poverty and systems that result in discrimination. Others cite struggles to learn English. And some folks believe that some groups simply don’t value education.

The Conversation

Courts Shouldn't Rely on Election Returns to Give Trump a Blank Check for Policies Motivated by Unconstitutional Discrimination

The key issue in such cases is the motivation of the official who adopted by the policy, not who voted for him.

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How could Donald Trump target the LGBTQ+ community? Project 2025 is a ready blueprint for discrimination

Donald Trump’s victory in last week’s US election has sent shockwaves through the LGBTQ+ community, given the president-elect’s divisive rhetoric and demonisation of the trans community in particular.

The Conversation

Ethnic minority voters: is there truth in old myths about why some groups are more likely to choose Labour?

Labour’s 2024 election win came despite a collapse in support among Muslim voters – a group which traditionally has been highly loyal.

The Conversation

Workplaces aren't tracking scourge of sexual harassment

Almost all Australian workplaces have formal sexual harassment and discrimination policies, but more than one in four aren't monitoring incidents.

AAP

Edinburgh University tells students ‘don’t be a snob’ following discrimination claims

THE UNIVERSITY of Edinburgh has issued guidance to its student body after a slew of anti-Scottish discrimination claims.

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Short Circuit: A Roundup of Recent Federal Appeals Court Decisions

Pole cameras, hand grenades, and the debt limit apocalypse.

Reason

Trump is President again—Here’s what that might mean for women and minorities

From reproductive rights to gender equality, Donald Trump’s appointment will have huge implications for women and minorities.

Marie Claire

New York Voters Approve Historic Equal Rights Amendment, Make Abortion a Constitutional Right

New Yorkers voted in favor of Proposition 1, effectively expanding the state constitution's anti-discrimination protections and enshrining access to abortion.

Latin Times

New Yorkers may change their constitution to ban discrimination over ‘pregnancy outcomes’

An amendment to New York’s constitution could bar discrimination based on things including “gender identity” and “pregnancy outcomes.”

The Independent UK

Washington Sued for 'Racially Conscious' Homeownership Program

Washington's Covenant Homeownership Program excludes certain applicants on the basis of race.

Reason

No Judicial Review of Security Clearance Revocation in Discrimination Challenge

From Lee v. Garland, decided Tuesday by the D.C. Circuit (in an opinion by Judge Gregory Katsas, joined by Judges… The post No Judicial Review of Security Clearance Revocation in Discrimination Challenge appeared first on Reason.com.

Reason

‘Non-Ukrainians face discrimination’: how a social enterprise in Warsaw helps marginalised refugees

When war escalated dramatically in Ukraine, some minorities faced additional difficulties when it came to seeking safety in Poland. Thankfully, Conflict Kitchen was determined to bring them together with the local population through the universal language of food

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Australian Judge Rules Against Pauline Hanson In Racial Discrimination Case

Australian senator found guilty of breaching anti-discrimination law with offensive remarks towards a Pakistani senator. Ruling highlights the importance o...

The Independent UK

Alcohol duty rise a ‘hammer blow’ to Scottish whisky, industry warns

The Scottish Whisky Association has accused the Prime Minister of breaking his promise of backing producers ‘to the hilt’.

The Guardian - AU

Even in Australia, alarming levels of caste discrimination exist. We must fight it with evidence

Recognising caste oppression’s presence in our country’s south Asian diaspora is the first step towards stamping it out

The Conversation

How the Abbé Pierre Foundation and Emmaüs can overcome their founder’s cumbersome legacy

On July 17, 2024, a press release from the associations Emmaüs France, Emmaüs International and the Abbé Pierre Foundation sent shockwaves through the public. It reported the release of an independent report authored by the Egaé group, a company specialising in gender equality, workplace discrimination and violence. The investigation unveiled the…

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‘Sexual precarity’: how insecure work puts migrants at risk of being sexually harassed, assaulted or trafficked

Some of the ways migrants are exploited in the workforce get a lot of public attention. We hear tragic stories about wage theft, forced unpaid overtime, unsafe work conditions or discrimination. And we are likely to hear more such grim stories revealed at a NSW parliamentary inquiry that will examine…

AAP

Jewish heads sue Islamic preacher over 'racist' sermons

Two Jewish leaders say a racial discrimination lawsuit filed against a controversial Islamic preacher is required to "defend the honour" of their community.

The Independent UK

What to know about the San Jose State volleyball team and why opponents are boycotting matches

The San Jose State University women’s volleyball team finds itself at the center of a storm around transgender participation in sports as it makes a run toward a conference title

Evening Standard

Sexual harassment and discrimination claims soar at City firms, finds survey

After a sharp rise in misconduct claims, Treasury Committee chief Dame Meg Hillier said that culture at finance firms may be ‘going backwards’.

The Independent UK

Hallmark wanted to replace ‘old talent’ like Lacey Chabert, 42, lawsuit claims

Age discrimination lawsuit filed against Hallmark claims network exec called Holly Robinson Peete and Lacey Chabert ‘too old’

Radio France Internationale

Nearly half of Muslims in Europe face discrimination, EU report warns

Muslims in Europe are experiencing more racism and discrimination than ever before, a survey by the European Union Agency for Fundamental Rights (FRA) has found. Anti-Semitic incidents have also risen since October last year, it said.

The Guardian - UK

Muslims in Europe experiencing ‘worrying surge’ in racism, survey finds

‘Dehumanising rhetoric’ blamed as almost half of respondents say they recently suffered discrimination

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