Legislatively Speaking By Senator Lena C. Taylor You might be surprised to learn that the term “slavery” remains a fixture in the Wisconsin constitution. In ARTICLE I., DECLARATION OF RIGHTS, Section after a provision on equality and inherent rights, the 2nd issue that the state constitution addresses is slavery. At first glance, it’s summed up […]
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Illinois House of Representatives Passes Historic Slavery Study Resolution
Article courtesy of The National African American Reparations Commission (NAARC) The National African American Reparations Commission (NAARC) is applauding the Illinois House of Representatives for passing last week an historic resolution calling on President Barack Obama to create a national reparations study commission. “We salute and applaud the Illinois legislators on their courageous action,” said […]