Civil Rights Law

particularly on civil and political rights, which she referred to as “deeply disturbing.” “Laws to combat terrorism must be consistent with the Government’s human rights obligations under international conventions as well as the African Charter on …

Tougher voter ID laws have become a central issue ahead of the November … The study notes that the poll tax — outlawed during the civil rights era — cost the equivalent of $10.64 in current dollars. More than 10 … Continue reading →

It is interesting also to note that Republican support of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 was actually stronger than Democratic support. As a Party, the GOP voted for the Act by about an 80% – 20% margin; Democrats, while … Continue reading →

(CNN) — A coalition of civil rights organizations has filed a motion in federal court seeking to block an Arizona law that requires officers to make immigration checks while enforcing other laws if “reasonable suspicion” of illegal …

particularly on civil and political rights, which she referred to as “deeply disturbing.” “Laws to combat terrorism must be consistent with the Government’s human rights obligations under international conventions as well as the African Charter on …

Gov. Brewer is hopeful Arizona law enforcement will soon at long last be empowered to enforce SB 1070, showing that it can be done fairly, lawfully and in harmony with civil rights and the Constitution,” Benson added in a statement. … Continue reading →

“Under (the law) if we cannot get immediate confirmation from federal … Benson said, though, his boss believes SB 1070 can be enforced “fairly, lawfully and in harmony with civil rights and the Constitution,” saying the new allegations amount to … Continue reading →

The tactics of Orleans Parish prosecutors under former District Attorney Harry Connick came under renewed attack on Tuesday in federal court, in a civil rights lawsuit that … A recent study by the Yale Law Journal found that prosecutors …

MOSCOW (Reuters) – Russia’s parliament on Wednesday passed a law tightening controls on civil rights groups funded from abroad, a measure that foes of President Vladimir Putin say is part of a Kremlin campaign to stifle political opposition. Ignoring …

Gov. Brewer is hopeful Arizona law enforcement will soon at long last be empowered to enforce SB 1070, showing that it can be done fairly, lawfully and in harmony with civil rights and the Constitution,” Benson added in a statement. … Continue reading →