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Campus protests are part of an enduring legacy of civil disobedience improving American democracy

They didn’t illegally camp out in local parks or on college campuses, as many protesters did across the U.S. recently. But back in 1773, the Boston Tea Partiers broke the law when they protested British Colonial taxes by throwing tea into Boston Harbor.

The Conversation

Biden Faces Silent Gaza Protest At Martin Luther King Jr's College

A small number of graduates carried out the silent protest, with some holding Palestinian flags and one holding up a fist as Biden spoke at Morehouse College, a historically Black university in Atlanta, Georgia.

International Business Times

Missouri Congressman Criticizes Non-Merit-Based DEI Practices

Missouri congressman Eric Burlison advocates for merit-based DEI in hiring, emphasizing equal opportunities for all. The ongoing debate on effective strate...

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Biden Reaches Out To Gaza Protesters In Speech At Rights Icon's College

President Joe Biden told students on Sunday at the former university of civil rights icon Martin Luther King Jr that he heard their voices over the protests against the war in Gaza that have roiled US campuses.

International Business Times

Exploring The Top 10 Charismatic Political Leaders Worldwide

Explore the charismatic leadership of iconic figures like Nelson Mandela, Winston Churchill, and Mahatma Gandhi.

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Biden delivers address at Morehouse College amid anger over Gaza war

The historically Black college is one of several US universities to hold protests demanding end to the killings in Gaza.

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Exploring The Impact Of Top American Civil Rights Leaders

Discover 10 influential American civil rights leaders who have made significant contributions to social justice in America.

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Biden is set for the Morehouse graduation. Students are divided

Ahead of Biden's address at Morehouse, students share their frustrations

WEKU

An American Gangster at 100: J. Edgar Hoover's Authoritarian Legacy

Hoover’s reign at the FBI compromised American civil liberties and turned the FBI into America's secret police.

Reason

Exploring The Top 10 Political Icons In History

Explore the lives and legacies of historical figures like Abraham Lincoln, Nelson Mandela, and Winston Churchill who shaped the course of history.

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Kamala Harris visits Atlanta to tout investments in minority communities

The vice-president returned to the city, pressing the case to Black voters that the Biden administration has been there for them

The Guardian - US

SCOTUS Misses a Chance To Protect Peaceful Protesters

Under a legal theory endorsed by the 5th Circuit, Martin Luther King Jr. could have been liable for other people’s violence.

Reason

Experts: Anti-DEI push rooted in racism

The troubling connection between racism and opposition to DEI programs

Salon

King family praises Beyoncé for "reaffirming" country album

Martin Luther King III says Beyoncé's album hits him personally and his parents listened to country music.

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Martin Luther King Jr’s family to visit Memphis on anniversary of his murder

The relatives of slain civil rights leader will visit Tennessee city to bring attention to erosion of civil rights in US

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King family's visit to Memphis puts focus on political violence

Their visit comes as polls show Americans are increasingly worried about political violence.

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Celeb Connections: Surprising Ties Among Hollywood Stars Revealed!

Discover surprising celebrity connections in Hollywood, from childhood friendships to family ties, showcasing the intertwined world of fame.

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Capricorn's Hall Of Fame: Notable Figures In The Spotlight

Capricorn, the tenth astrological sign in the zodiac, is associated with traits such as ambition, discipline, and practicality. Many famous personalities throughout history have been born under the sign of Capricorn, making significant contributions to various fields. Let's take a look at some of the celebrated Capricorns who have left…

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Fractures in the Grand Alliance between Black and Jewish Americans

The Grand Alliance between Black and Jewish leaders, known largely for shared work on Civil Rights in the 1960s, has a complicated legacy--and an uncertain future between these communities.

WEKU

Malcolm X is set to be the first Black person in the Nebraska Hall of Fame

In 2004 and 2007, the Nebraska Hall of Fame Commission proposed his induction but chose someone else.

Salon

Biden's SOTU is a historic challenge

The president must ignore the hate and bring on the hope

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Vice President Harris Commemorates Bloody Sunday Anniversary In Selma

Explore the legacy of Bloody Sunday in Selma, Alabama, and the ongoing challenges to voting rights and democracy in the United States.

The Guardian - US

A far-right US youth group is ramping up its movement to back election deniers

Turning Point USA and co-founder Charlie Kirk are raising $108m to mobilize Trump voters and ‘clean house’ of election officials

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Exploring The Legacy Of 10 Political Icons In Civil Rights

Learn about influential civil rights activists like Nelson Mandela, Martin Luther King Jr., and Rosa Parks who fought for equality and justice.

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Fact vs Fiction: Genius: MLK/X episode 7 — what was the FBI letter to Martin Luther King?

Genius: MLK/X episode 7 sees Coretta receive a mysterious package about Martin Luther King Jr, and Martin and Malcolm X meet. Here's what really happened.

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