discrimination
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Indeed, any stated purposes appear unrelated to the Civil Rights Act’s aims of combating racial discrimination.
From Salon • Apr. 3, 2026
Nacua apologized, and the Rams and the NFL issued statements condemning antisemitism and discrimination.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 30, 2026
It says the changes are intended to protect people facing "extreme and oppressive" discrimination and to prevent exploitation and trafficking.
From BBC • Mar. 26, 2026
Stanford spokesperson Cecilia Arradaza said the medical school “prohibits unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.”
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 26, 2026
And as the occupant of Earl Warren’s desk, she was determined to fight discrimination wherever she found it.
From "The 57 Bus" by Dashka Slater
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