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Amir Locke’s Mom is Disgusted, But Not Deterred

What You Need to Know: The mother of Amir Locke is calling for the U.S. Department of Justice to investigate bringing federal charges in the murder of her son by police. Karen Wells, along with civil rights activists, attorney Ben Crump and the Rev. Al...

“We’ve Made It!” The Work Must Continue

What You Need to Know:Friday was a day of celebration at the White House as President Biden welcomed Justice-designate Ketanji Brown Jackson, her family, friends and scores of supporters. Judge Jackson made history the previous day as the first Black woman confirmed...

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