Tag Archives: racial equity

A deadly new disparity

The killing of Trayvon Martin raises the prospect of a new disparity: unequal enforcement of “stand your ground” legislation. A stand your ground law states that a person may use force in self-defense when there is reasonable belief of a … Continue reading

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Does unfair discrimination really exist?

A reader writes in response to my last post: “I have great difficulty to believe there are legal impediments in the area of discrimination. I used to live in a fully integrated neighborhood in Chevy Chase near DC, where everybody … Continue reading

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A pointed attack on inequity

“Throughout the history of the United States, public officials have used the rule of law to deny equal opportunities to African Americans.” Strong language, almost shocking in its clarity.  It’s how Elaine Gross of ERASE Racism begins her January “Message … Continue reading

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