The ‘Infamous 96’ Know Firsthand What Happens When Affirmative Action Is Banned -TIME
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The ‘Infamous 96’ Know Firsthand What Happens When Affirmative Action Is Banned -TIME

Published in July 2023 by TIME MAGAZINE Click here to read the article Brief Overview In 2006, UCLA admitted just 96 Black freshmen, ten years after California banned affirmative action with Proposition 209. The experiences of these students, known as the “Infamous 96,” highlight the significant impact of the ban on diversity and student life…

A Proclamation on National Native American Heritage Month, 2023 by President Biden
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A Proclamation on National Native American Heritage Month, 2023 by President Biden

Published in October 2023 by WhiteHouse.gov Click here to read Biden’s proclamation Brief Overview President Biden’s proclamation designates November 2023 as National Native American Heritage Month, honoring the contributions of Native peoples and committing to support Tribal sovereignty and prosperity. The proclamation acknowledges historical injustices against Native Americans and highlights the resilience and essential roles…

The Ambitions of the Civil Rights Movement Went Far Beyond Affirmative Action – TIME
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The Ambitions of the Civil Rights Movement Went Far Beyond Affirmative Action – TIME

Published in June 2023 by Time Magazine Click here to read the article Brief overview The Supreme Court’s recent decision to eliminate affirmative action marks a setback for racial justice, likely leading to reduced Black and Hispanic enrollment in higher education. However, it provides an opportunity to revisit more ambitious strategies for achieving full racial…