The original March on Washington, a cornerstone of the civil rights movement, drew approximately 250,000 participants in 1963. Its influence paved the way for significant legislative milestones, including the passage of federal civil rights and voting rights laws in the 1960s. The erosion of voting rights, recent Supreme Court rulings that impact affirmative action and abortion rights, and the rise of hate and violence against marginalized communities, however, punctuate the current commemoration.
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Skate Park Dedicated to Tyre Nichols, Honoring a Life Cut Short
By Stacy M. Brown Originally appeared in NNPA The park, once a cherished sanctuary for Nichols, will now bear his name as a testament to his passion for skateboarding and […]
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Seven Additional Police Officers Facing Discipline After Tyre Nichols Beating Death
By Stacy M. Brown Originally appeared in NNPA The announcement came during a meeting of the Memphis City Council on Tuesday, where members were scheduled to discuss nearly a dozen […]