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The Parkland Students’ Road to Change
Four months after the Parkland shooting and three after the March For Our Lives, the students of Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School are continuing their advocacy efforts by launching a summer-long nationwide tour aimed at mobilizing and registering young voters while simultaneously generating and sustaining awareness around gun violence.
Gerrymandering and the Supreme Court: A Review of Recent Rulings
On September 12, 2017, the United States Supreme Court issued a ruling that temporarily prevented implementation of a federal district court ruling that found state electoral districts in Texas were illegally drawn to suppress minority voters.
Trump Forced to End Family Separation at United States/Mexico Border
On June 20, 2018, the people were heard (haza!) and President Trump signed an executive order (“EO”) temporarily ending the immigration procedure of separating children from their parents. Section 1 of the EO states that the Trump Administration’s policy is “to maintain family unity, including by detaining alien families together where appropriate and consistent with law and available resources.”
Trump Backpedals on Coal
On May 29th, the Trump Administration circulated a confidential document, which was then leaked by an outside source, proposing that the American government intervene within American energy markets. As a result, the program has prompted Donald Trump to order Energy Secretary Rick Perry to “prepare immediate steps” to halt the closures of unprofitable coal and nuclear plants throughout the United States.
Domestic Abuse and Gang Violence No Longer Grounds For Asylum
On June 11, 2018, the Trump administration flexed its executive muscles adding another brick to its wall of immigration policy. Attorney General Jeff Sessions stated that individuals escaping domestic abuse and/or gang violence alone will no longer qualify for asylum in the United States.
Renewed Republican Effort to Crush Obamacare
Policy Summary In the last month, the Trump administration has introduced new attacks on the Affordable Care Act’s (ACA/ Obamacare) most popular provisions. Last year, the inability of Republicans to repeal or replace or even amend part of the ACA compromised a...
Keeping Families Apart: The Green Carnation of Trump’s Immigration Policies
On May 8, 2018, in accordance with the Privacy Act of 1974, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) published their notice of Modified System of Records. The System, currently titled “Department of Homeland Security/U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement—007 Alien Criminal Response Information Management (ACRIMe),” permits the DHS to receive and respond to immigration status inquiries made by federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies. If implemented, ACRIMe will change to “Criminal History and Immigration Verification (CHIVe).”
What Happened at the US North Korea Summit
On Tuesday June 15, President Trump and Chairman Kim broke a history of isolation by being the first leaders of their respective countries to ever meet in person. A longtime goal of Kim’s predecessors, few imagined this event taking place, especially considering Trump’s frequent use of his Twitter account to call for the destruction of North Korea throughout his presidency.
EPA Set to Rollback Automotive Standards
Brief #32---Environmental Policy Update June 5, 2018 On Thursday, May 31, the EPA formally submitted its proposal to repeal the climate change rules that would require auto makers to double fuel efficiency to an average of 50 miles per gallon by model year 2025....
Veteran Affairs Bill
Approved Legislation
Passed June 23, 2017
Policy Summary
President Trump signed a bill into law that would directly affect the Department of Veteran Affairs. As a result of this passage, it will be easier to fire “bad” employees within the department while also ensuring more protection for workers when they bring misbehavior to attention. For example, if a worker notices any type of malpractice in the office he/she can bring that into the light while knowing that their job is completely protected because of this law. In addition, this bill will grant more authority to Veteran Affairs Secretary David Shulkin to fire employees, shorten the appeals process for firing, and ensure employees are not paid while they going through the appeal process. This bill will also include new protections to stop any form of retaliation for workers who have complaints against the Veteran Affairs Office and decreases the time spent to hire new employees to fill any worker shortage in the department.
Analysis
This bill passed by a vote of 368 – 55, showing its true bipartisan nature. This measure will fundamentally change the way the Department of Veteran Affairs will function in many methods. Phil Roe (R – Tenn.//bill’s author) claimed “To bring real reform, we need to provide Secretary [David] Shulkin with the tools he needs to swiftly discipline employees who don’t meet standards our veterans deserve or who fail in their sacred mission to provide world-class health care and benefits to the men and women who have served,” Many politicians that were not on board with this bill claimed that this would lead to a slippery slope slowly dismantling protections for federal employees. In response, Shulkin has promised that this will not be used as a “tool for mass firings” but to increase morale and attract new employees to the department.
Engagement Resources
- Federation of Government Employees – The largest federal employee union that offers legal representation, legislative advocacy, and other services.
- National Treasury Employees Union – The nation’s largest independent union of federal employees, representing 150000 workers in 31 departments and agencies.
- National Federation of Federal Employees – It represents Federal employees across the nation, District of Columbia and overseas.
This Brief was compiled by Vaibhav Kumar. If you have comments or want to add the name of your organization to this Brief please contact vaibhav@usresistnews.org.
Supreme Court to Rule on Travel Ban, and Reinstates Part of the Ban
Supreme Court Announcement
Issued on June 26th
Policy Summary
On Monday, June 26th the Supreme Court indicated that they will grant the Justice Department’s appeal of Trump’s travel ban and hear arguments on the case. In the ruling, the Supreme Court stated that the ban “may be enforced against foreign nationals who do not have a credible claim of a bona fide relationship with a person or entity in the United States.” The court voted 6 to 3 in favor of this decision. Voting in the majority was the court’s four-member liberal bloc — Justices Ginsburg, Breyer, Sotomayor and Kagan along with the more right-leaning Justices Roberts and Kennedy.Forming the opposition was — Justices Thomas, Alito and Gorsich. The dissenting justices wanted the full ban to stay in place while the court deliberated.
Analysis
Given that it is unlikely that members of either the liberal or conservative block of the Court will change their opinion, the fate of the travel ban now rests on Justices Roberts and Kennedy. If both of them vote in favor of the ban then there would be a majority to keep the ban in place. However if only one of them switches over to the conservative bloc, the ban would be struck down. The fact that even three Justices voted to keep the entire ban in place while the court deliberates is shocking given the string of unanimous decisions against the ban in the lower courts. The Supreme Court’s decision will have far-reaching implications, as it pits the president’s power to set immigration and national security policy, against the Constitutional protection of individuals from discrimination based on their religion or national origin.
Engagement Resources
- Local Options for Protecting Immigrants – This document hosted by the National Network for Immigrant and Refugee Rights notes what steps local governments can take to protect immigrants against federal government actions.
- Resistance Manual – Crisis Resources – If you know someone who is facing immigration troubles, please share this compendium of legal resources and relevant nonprofit organizations with them.
- Immigration Volunteer Search – Search for immigration volunteer opportunities near you, and do your part to help those under siege from Trump’s policies.
This brief was compiled by William Lucier. If you have comments or want to add the name of your organization to this brief please contact william@usresistnews.org.
‘Dreamers’ to Stay in U.S. for Now, but Parents now Face Deportation
Statement from Homeland Security
Issued on June 15, 2017
Policy Summary
On June 15th the Department of Homeland Security signaled that the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals or Dream Act would remain in effect. In the same press release, it stated that the proposed program Deferred Action for Parents of Americans and Lawful Permanent Residents would be canceled This means that while the 800,000 Dreamers now living in the US will be safe from deportation, their parents will not be. Even though the law will remain in place, Dreamers have already been facing increased deportation under the Trump administration. During just the first two weeks of Trump’s presidency, 43 Dreamers were deported due to criminal behavior, while under the Obama Administration deportations of Dreamers average just 7 a month.
Analysis
Trump’s decision to uphold the DACA came after an intense lobbying effort from immigration groups which highlighted the political risk of rescinding the law. Nevertheless, this is no time to become complacent as many members of the Trump Administration are still pushing for the rescindment of the DACA. For instance: Attorney General Jeff Sessions said he “can’t promise dreamers won’t be deported”.The Trump administration decision to back down from its long-stated intention of repealing the DACA gives hope, as it shows how an organized Grassroots lobbying effort happening on the local level, can significantly influence policy on the national level.
Engagement Resources
- Take Action with United We Dream – United We Dream is the largest immigrant youth-led organization in the nation. They organize and advocate for the dignity and fair treatment of immigrant youth and families, regardless of immigration status.
- Get involved with the American Civil Liberties Union – The ACLU is a nonpartisan, non-profit organization whose stated mission is “to defend and preserve the individual rights and liberties guaranteed to every person in this country by the Constitution and laws of the United States.”They have been actively involved in court cases challenging the Trump Administration on Immigration.
- Resistance Manual – Crisis Resources – If you know someone who is facing immigration troubles, please share this compendium of legal resources and relevant nonprofit organizations with them.
This brief was compiled by William Lucier. If you have comments or want to add the name of your organization to this brief please contact william@usresistnews.org.
Supreme Court Makes it Harder to Revoke Citizenship
Supreme Court Ruling
Issued on June 22, 2017
Policy Summary
On June 22nd the Supreme Court unanimously ruled 9-0 that one’s citizenship can be stripped, only if the false statements made on the citizenship application were relevant to the granting of the citizenship. This ruling served as a rebuke to the U.S. 6th Circuit Court of Appeals which ruled that false statements did not need to be material to the granting of the citizenship, in order for one’s citizenship to be revoked. Writing for the majority Justice Elena Kagan stated: “We hold that the government must establish that an illegal act by the defendant played some role in her acquisition of citizenship”.
Policy Analysis
This ruling strengthens the value of American citizenship making it harder for that citizenship to be revoked. The unanimous ruling comes on the heels of yet another unanimous ruling by the Supreme Court in a case regarding whether offensive names are covered under free speech. This pattern points to the fact that while the country remains divided on a wide range of issues, on other issues such as citizenship and free speech there is rare bipartisan agreement.
Engagement Resources
- US Citizenship and Immigration Resources: This site contains resources such as ESL and citizenship prep classes for those seeking a US citizenship
- Get involved with The New Americans Campaign – The New Americans Campaign is a non-profit organization that helps legal immigrants obtain citizenship. To date, they have helped 250,000 immigrants obtain citizenship.
- Donate to the NALEO – the National Association of Latino Elected and Appointed Officials (NALEO) Educational Fund is dedicated to increasing Latino involvement in electoral politics. You can donate to them through their website
This brief was compiled by William Lucier. If you have comments or want to add the name of your organization to this brief please contact william@usresistnews.org.
Trouble with Diplomatic Relations with Qatar
Diplomatic Relations
Crisis on June 6, 2017
Policy Summary
Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Egypt, and Bahrain all cut diplomatic ties and travel to Qatar on June 5th, and were quickly joined by Libya, Yemen, and the Maldives on June 6th. This move will lead to the removal of diplomats and embassies, and the travel restrictions prohibit air, water, or land travel between any of the nations and Qatar. This decision came after the claim that Qatar has been funding terrorists in both Iran and Israel. President Trump supported Saudi Arabia’s decision via Twitter. LEARN MORE
Analysis
Saudi Arabia, while similar to Qatar in many ways, frequently suffers from criticisms from Qatar-funded news outlet Al Jazeera. This sort of press freedom could hinder the power of many regimes in the region. Furthermore, there are many baseless claims against Qatar and its alleged funding of terrorists in the Middle East. These allegations were only further perpetuated by President Trump, and this quasi-endorsement of Saudi Arabia empowered the nation to make much riskier and decisive moves. This sort of crisis is dangerous to stability and American credibility, and may continue to endanger interests in the region. LEARN MORE
Engagement Resources
- Alliance for Middle East Peace— A coalition of organizations working to create a long-lasting peace in the Middle East
- Qatar Charity — Qatar’s largest NGO which extends to many sectors, from education to health care to disaster relief
- Qatar Foundation — A foundation dedicated to development in Qatar for its citizens and as a model for the entire region
This brief was compiled by Jacob Malinowski. If you have comments or want to add the name of your organization to this brief please contact jacob@usresistnews.org.
Mexico Sugar Trade Agreement
Trade Negotiation
Issued on June 6, 2017
Policy Summary
On June 6th, Mexico and the United States reached an important stage in the drafting process of the sugar trade deal between the two nations. Mexico agreed to every demand made by the United States and is willing to work with the American sugar industry to make further progress. The deal would protect American exports of high-fructose corn syrup, stymie a flood of sugar in bumper crop years from Mexico, and impose many other conditions to limit the open market provided by NAFTA. However, the American Sugar Alliance could not agree to the present terms, citing loopholes. LEARN MORE
Analysis
With President Trump threatening NAFTA, this agreement could build an important foundation and trust to continue the treaty. Commerce Secretary Ross and Mexican economic minister Guajardo seemed to agree on many fundamental economic principles which could be a good sign for many more deals to come. Yet many industries in the United States, including sugar, continue to clog up and stifle negotiations in order to increase profits. This hurts consumers with higher prices and less regulation, and not accepting this deal could set a poor precedent and damage NAFTA negotiations in the future. LEARN MORE
Engagement Resources
- WTO — An international organization dedicated to solving trade disputes and providing resources for freer trade
- BSR — BSR is a business network developing sustainable and freer commerce and trade
- Atlas Free Trade — A network of research and collaboration between concerned international advocates who wish to remove trade barriers.
This brief was compiled by Jacob Malinowski. If you have comments or want to add the name of your organization to this brief please contact jacob@usresistnews.org.
Cuba Reversal
Presidential Directive
Issued on June 16, 2017
Policy Summary
On June 16th, President Donald Trump signed a directive with the intention of reversing Obama-era Cuba policy changes. The directive only dealt with a few regulations and left many in place. Specifically, private tours of Cuba are no longer allowed, and any educational trip will undergo an intensive audit. Furthermore, President Trump is restricting some business transactions with Cuba and will not permit any Americans from exchanging or dealing with any business owned by the Cuban military. Embassies will remain open, and many businesses will maintain operations and money will continue to exchange hands on the island. LEARN MORE
Analysis
The President has taken a rather moderate stance on this reversal which goes against much of his earlier rhetoric. Even Russia criticized the language of President Trump’s speech on Friday, and this Cold War-era thinking does not aid the United States or its interests. The regulations he did repeal will not convince the Cuban government to change, and they have received bipartisan condemnation across the country. It will hurt economic development of both nations. A cold and unfriendly approach to Cuba did little to soften the country during its multi-decade embargo throughout the Cold War. LEARN MORE
Engagement Resources
- UNHCR-Cuba — An assembly in the United Nations which furthers the rights and interests of refugees across the globe.
- Amnesty International — Amnesty International conducts advocates for justice for migrant workers and immigrants and protects them from mistreatment
- Atlas Free Trade — A network of research and collaboration between concerned international advocates who wish to remove trade barriers.
This brief was compiled by Jacob Malinowski. If you have comments or want to add the name of your organization to this brief please contact jacob@usresistnews.org.
Sessions Testimony, Obstruction of Justice, DoJ Drama, Potential Subjects of Mueller’s Probe
This week’s Russia investigation news began with Attorney General Jeff Sessions testifying in an open Senate Intelligence Committee hearing. Following Sessions’ testimony were the explosive reports about President Trump’s consideration of dismissing special counsel Robert Mueller, and reports of the subjects of Mueller’s DoJ probe, which culminated in the surprising assertion that the president himself is now potentially under investigation for obstruction of justice.
Obstruction of Justice
Before giving a rundown of the week’s updates on the separate Russia investigations, I’d like to first talk briefly about obstruction of justice: the specific allegations surrounding the president, the criteria for the crime, the potential consequences, and what entities are investigating it. The official criteria for obstruction of justice is attempting to intentionally “influence, obstruct, or impede” an official federal investigative or judiciary process. In the case of President Trump, the question of obstruction of justice centers on James Comey. If Trump actually did fire Comey because of the way he was leading the FBI’s Russia probe and/or his refusal to give his “loyalty,” this could be interpreted as an attempt to directly change the course of the investigation, and would probably constitute obstruction. However, Comey’s public testimony last week was only one piece of the puzzle, and although he revealed that the president acted inappropriately and undermined the independence of the FBI at the least, the case for obstruction of justice is much more ambiguous. Although this week there have been many reports of Trump now being under investigation, it is probably best to approach these cautiously as well. The White House has insisted that there is no obstruction investigation, and the president’s bewildering tweets may or may not confirm the existence of one. Unsurprisingly, there has been no comment from special counsel Mueller or the DoJ about the developments in their investigation, but it is likely that they are looking into the president’s actions in some capacity after Comey’s testimony. If obstruction of justice is proved, the special counsel can indict–this has never been done–or bring a case to Congress for impeachment. For now, it is probably best to treat unsubstantiated news about an investigation into Trump with skepticism; we may not hear more about it unless the issue is again raised by Congress, as Mueller’s team is unlikely to provide any information.
DoJ and Special Counsel
Aside from the potential investigation of obstruction of justice, the DoJ has had a busy week rife with public and media attention. I cannot stress enough that although the special counsel’s investigation is probably the most important Russia investigation in terms of its scope and mandate, nonpartisan approach, and potential outcome, it is also by nature and necessity very classified, and unlikely to publicize any findings or updates. Following the breaking news about obstruction of justice last week, Deputy AG Rod Rosenstein cautioned Americans to be skeptical about media reports that only cite anonymous sources or officials, as the DoJ will not comment on ongoing investigations. Rumors are easily spread, and news from unchecked sources could have a profound and dangerous impact on public opinion and on the proceedings of all the investigations.
That said, what has been reported about the DoJ investigation during the past week is worthwhile to keep tabs on, especially given the president’s ongoing involvement and outspokenness. After the Washington Post reported that President Trump was under investigation by Mueller for obstruction of justice, Rosenstein released his cautionary statement about the investigation, then Trump seemingly confirmed the news via a tweet aimed at Rosenstein. Mueller, not Rosenstein, would be investigating the president, but Trump’s reaction is perhaps more illustrative of his growing conflict with the Justice Department as a whole. Trump was reportedly angered by Sessions’ original recusal from the FBI investigation, and his firing of Comey has only propelled the DoJ’s investigation forward since. As people speculated and argued about the president being under investigation, news emerged that Trump was considering firing special counsel Mueller, but has been dissuaded by advisers. Practically, Trump could request Mueller’s dismissal but the acting deputy AG, Rosenstein, would make the final decision, although it is worth noting that Rosenstein himself could be fired as well.
A final update on the DoJ investigation this week: another Post report claims that President Trump’s son-in-law/adviser Jared Kushner is also under investigation for his business and financial connections to Russia. The source this report cites is “U.S. officials familiar with the matter.” Kushner is also at least peripherally implicated in the scope of the other congressional Russia investigations.
Senate Intelligence Committee
The Senate Intelligence Committee began the week with a hearing for AG Jeff Sessions. Sessions began his testimony by denying any meetings or contact with Russian officials about the election, during or after the presidential campaign, and denying any collusion between the Trump campaign and Russia. He claimed that the only reason he initially recused himself from any matters surrounding the Russia investigation was a DoJ regulation asserting that political campaign advisers should not take part in investigations involving those campaigns. When pressed about specific contact with Russian officials, Sessions repeatedly told the committee that he did not recall any. Questioned about his communications with Trump, especially regarding the DoJ and FBI, he refused to give any details, citing DoJ policy not to disclose executive communication, as well as the president’s right to potentially invoke executive privilege at some point in the future. Sessions did address parts of Comey’s testimony the previous week, telling the committee that Comey had not told him anything specific about Trump’s requests that he stop investigating Flynn, but that when Comey expressed concern and discomfort about conversations with the president Sessions had told him to carefully follow DoJ communication policies. Comey testified that Sessions had not responded to his concerns at all. Sessions also briefly discussed Comey’s firing and the memo he wrote about it–which was made public–while deputy AG Rosenstein refused to do so during his hearing the same day with the Senate Appropriations Committee.
Sessions told the committee that he has not been briefed on or discussed anything regarding the Russia investigation since his recusal, and much of his testimony reflected his belief that he has been falsely accused of wrongdoing and publicly smeared; the committee’s questions fell along predictable partisan lines, with Republican senators seeming to reinforce that sentiment while Democrats pressed him on the details of his past communications. Despite congressional politics, the Senate Intelligence Committee’s tenacious succession of hearings and interviews related to their Russia investigation thus far have surpassed the other congressional investigations, and have certainly brought more clarity–as well as more questions–into the public sphere. Given the speed of their investigation, it is also worth noting that Chairman Richard Burr and ranking member Mark Warner also met with Mueller last Wednesday, about protocols, conflicts, and jurisdiction regarding their respective Russia investigations.
Senate Judiciary Committee
The Senate Judiciary Committee, which has been at odds with the Senate Intelligence Committee about the latter’s exclusive hearings with top intelligence and DoJ officials, has also made moves in its Russia investigation this week. The Judiciary Committee asserts that it should be the primary congressional body in charge of DoJ and FBI-related investigations. Chairman Chuck Grassley has indicated that the committee is pushing Comey–for both testimony and records–and also preparing for future subpoenas as they ramp up their investigation. Grassley seems to be expanding the scope of his committee’s investigation, which may include investigating obstruction of justice regarding Comey’s firing. However, Republicans on the committee also seem to be trying to shift focus to Hillary Clinton’s email investigation following revelations from Comey’s testimony.
House Intelligence Committee
The House Intelligence Committee had a rather quiet week compared to its Senate counterparts, but is reportedly planning more interviews as part of its Russia investigation. Notably, the committee will hold a hearing next Wednesday for the former Secretary of Homeland Security under Obama, Jeh Johnson. Johnson is expected to testify about Russian hacking during the 2016 election. He also had a closed interview last week with the Senate Intelligence Committee. Like the Senate committee, House Intelligence Committee leaders are expected to meet with Mueller soon to discuss investigative scope and protocol.
House Oversight and Government Reform Committee
Rep. Trey Gowdy (R-SC) took over as Chairman following Jason Chaffetz’s departure from Congress. It is not yet clear how the committee’s investigation of Michael Flynn, as well as its budding probe into the Comey firing, will proceed
This blog was written by Stella Jordan. If you have comments on this blog, contact stella@usresistnews.org.
Analysis of Employment Trends
Summary
Many jobs have been added across many sectors in the past month. There was an increase in business/professional service jobs by 38,000. The education and health service sector had the highest levels of growth by adding jobs 47,000 and The smallest increase was in the mining and logging industry as this sector only added 6,000 jobs this month. This isn’t entirely negative news as this sector hasn’t historically added many jobs per month (last month it added 8,000 jobs). The biggest loss in jobs came in the communications sector with a loss of 63,000 jobs. 65% of these job losses were from the telecommunications department. Employment in government agencies also decreased by 9,000. This trend in government jobs has been present since September 2016.
Analysis
Although the economy is growing at a healthy rate there are many positions types of jobs that are hard to fill. According, to the Business Insider, there is a lack of software engineers in the market. There are nearly 14,000 jobs open in this sector of the economy. In addition, there are also not enough systems engineers working in the market. This study claims that nearly 7,000 of these jobs left. Both these types of vacancies point to a certain gap that exists in the American STEM jobs. There are many high-skilled jobs that do not have enough workers in the American market.
Income inequality has been increasing within the United States. Heather Long, a CNN reporter claims that the top 1% earns an average of 1.3 million dollars a year which is three times the amount in the 1980s when the rich only made 428,000 dollars a year. This would be normal if the bottom 50% also had similar increases like this but CNN Reporter Long reports that the American population has earned a stagnant average of 16,000 dollars a year over three decades. In addition, the top 1% of Americans earned over 10% of all U.S. income in the 1970s and today that the top 1% earns around 20% of all U.S. income. This is because of stagnant wages for the bottom. As a result, the rich continue to get richer and the poor have to suffer as the cost of living increases while their wages stay still.
U.S. Commission on Civil Rights Investigating Civil Rights Enforcement Under The Trump Administration
Independent Federal Commission Action
June 16, 2017
Policy Summary
On June 16, 2017, the United States Commission on Civil Rights stated its concern with the Trump administration’s proposed budget cuts to civil rights offices throughout the Federal Government. As a result, the Commission unanimously approved a two-year comprehensive assessment of federal civil rights enforcement under the administration at various federal departments. The review will examine [1] the degree to which budget cuts will allow the civil rights offices to fulfill their duties, [2] whether the management practices are sufficient to meet the volume of civil rights cases, and [3] the effectiveness of resolution efforts from these offices. LEARN MORE
Analysis
President Donald Trump’s proposed budget cuts to federal civil rights offices can best be illustrated by what the federal civil rights offices have achieved in the past and what will be lost if his budget proposal prevails. At the Department of Labor (DOL) Office of Federal Contract Compliance Program (OFCCP), which is targeted for reduced staffing, the office was able to settle discriminatory hiring practices at Bank of America and KPMG. At the Department of Education’s (DOE) Office of Civil Rights, also targeted for reduced staffing, the office was able to respond to sexual assault and harassment complaints at the university and high school level. These are just a few examples but they demonstrate the value of these civil rights offices. Without them, big corporations would no longer be held accountable for discriminatory hiring practices. Sexual assault incidents at educational institutions would likely continue to be mishandled. By highlighting the achievements of these offices, the Commission on Civil Rights can show how important it is that we need these civil rights offices in order to stand up to discriminatory actions and practices in every place that needs it. LEARN MORE
Engagement Resources
- Department of Education Office of Civil Rights – web page with info on civil rights issues in education.
- Health and Human Services Office of Civil Rights – preventing unlawful discrimination in health services.
- Department of Labor Office of Federal Contract Compliance Program – web page with info on anti – discrimination programs for companies that do business with the federal government.
This brief was compiled by Rod Maggay. If you have comments or want to add the name of your organization to this brief, please contact rod@usresistnews.org.
