Lawsuits under New York's new voting rights law reveal racial disenfranchisement even in blue states
BY AYANNA ALEXANDER Associated Press FREEPORT, N.Y. (AP) — A new voting rights law in New York is already having a dramatic effect, with lawsuits in several local communities seeking to reverse decades of minority voter disenfranchisement. The lawsuits help dispel a longstanding narrative that racial voting discrimination happens only in the South or in
BY AYANNA ALEXANDER Associated Press FREEPORT, N.Y. (AP) — A new voting rights law in New York is already having a dramatic effect, with lawsuits in several local communities seeking to reverse decades of minority voter disenfranchisement. The lawsuits help dispel a longstanding narrative that racial voting discrimination happens only in the South or in
FREEPORT, N.Y. (AP) — Weihua Yan had seen dramatic demographic changes since moving to Long Island’s Nassau County. Its Asian American population alone had grown by 60% since the 2010 census. Why then, he wondered, did he not see anyone who looked like him on the county’s local governing body, the 19-member Nassau County Legislature? Last year, he decided to do something about it and ran for one of the seats. Continue reading at The Republic News.
FREEPORT, N.Y. (AP) — Weihua Yan had seen dramatic demographic changes since moving to Long Island’s Nassau County. Its Asian American population alone had grown by 60% since the 2010 census. Why then, he wondered, did he not see anyone who looked like him on the county’s local governing body, the 19-member Nassau County Legislature? […]
The red-brick family home just four miles outside the historic market town of Bury St Edmunds has been razed to the ground by its owners leaving locals shocked.
The Defence Secretary said the UK is in the early stages of working with its European allies about what a 'Sky Shield may look like'.
The revealed their new uniforms, with many images splashed across social media Monday. It marks the first time the team has introduced a full uniform redesign since 1997. The franchise posted images of three uniforms: Sunset Orange, Midnight Navy and Summit White. The uniforms feature a design on the sleeves that represents a mountain peak. The Broncos also unveiled new helmets, one white and blue, which feature the Broncos logo but contain the emblem 5280, a nod to the city’s “mile high”...
Samsung Galaxy users are in for a treat with the latest update that has been quietly released, focusing on enhancing the phone application. This update is set to significantly improve call quality and introduce a range of customization options, ultimately elevating the overall smartphone experience for Galaxy users. Crucial Update Notification Samsung Galaxy owners should […]
Warhorse Studios announces a new game this week on April 18th, 11am PT. From the developers who put sword to shield with Kingdom Come: Deliverance, comes a new title that will surely excite their millions of fans around the world. Get ready for a new announcement and a first-time look at their new title.
VATICAN CITY (CNS) — A foundation that promotes devotion to St. Pio of Pietrelcina, more widely known as Padre Pio, is making 10 never-before-seen photographs of the saint available to the devout for free. The images provide personal insight into the life, attitude and spirituality of 20th-century saint, said the photographer. Some photos show Padre […] The post New photos reveal many sides of Padre Pio first appeared on OSV News.
The latest trailer for Deadpool & Wolverine reveals what became of Logan and features plenty of hilarious Easter eggs.