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politics1 year ago•3 min saved

"AG Garland and VP Harris Rally Against Voter Suppression in Selma"

U.S. Attorney General Merrick Garland's remarks at a Selma church, decrying efforts to restrict voting access, have sparked anger among supporters of former President Donald Trump. Garland highlighted the Justice Department's fight against discriminatory voting restrictions, including those related to mail-in voting, drop boxes, and voter ID requirements, which have been criticized by Republican-led governments. Trump and his followers, including the "Make America Great Again" (MAGA) movement, have falsely claimed voter fraud and criticized Garland's comments, while opponents argue that voter ID laws disproportionately impact marginalized communities.

via Newsweek|

#maga #merrick-garland #politics

politics1 year ago•3 min saved

"Officials Warn of Voting Rights Threat on 59th Anniversary of 'Bloody Sunday' in Selma"

Attorney General Merrick Garland warned parishioners at a Selma church service commemorating the 59th anniversary of the attack on Civil Rights demonstrators that voting rights are endangered in much of the nation, citing decisions by the Supreme Court and lower courts since 2006 that have weakened the Voting Rights Act of 1965. Vice President Kamala Harris will lead the annual march across the bridge on Sunday afternoon, and the Selma Bridge Crossing Jubilee, which began Thursday, culminates Sunday. Rep. James Clyburn, leading a pilgrimage to Selma, emphasized the ongoing fight for voting rights and the need for economic development in the city.

via New York Post |

#bloody-sunday #civil-rights #merrick-garland

politics1 year ago•2 min saved

"US Attorney General and VP Kamala Harris Speak Out on Voting Rights at Bloody Sunday Anniversary Event"

US Attorney General Merrick Garland warned that the right to vote in the US is under attack, citing efforts to disfranchise Black voters and legislative measures making it harder for eligible voters to cast their ballots. He highlighted the Department of Justice's efforts to challenge discriminatory voting restrictions and redistricting plans, while Vice President Kamala Harris is set to honor the civil rights movement's legacy and address ongoing justice work during the annual march in Selma. Congressman James Clyburn emphasized the ongoing struggle for voting rights, calling the current state of affairs an inflection point in the country.

via The Guardian US|

#civil-rights #merrick-garland #politics

politics1 year ago•2 min saved

"VP Kamala Harris Commemorates Bloody Sunday Anniversary Amid Voting Rights Concerns"

Vice President Kamala Harris is set to participate in commemorating the 59th anniversary of Bloody Sunday in Selma, Alabama, where Civil Rights demonstrators were attacked by law officers on the Edmund Pettus Bridge. The annual Selma Bridge Crossing Jubilee, culminating on Sunday, includes a march across the bridge and various events honoring the signing of the Voting Rights Act. U.S. Attorney General Merrick Garland is also expected to attend. The event aims to highlight the ongoing fight for voting rights and justice, with Congressman James Clyburn emphasizing the importance of the Voting Rights Act and the need to address current challenges to voting rights.

via NBC News|

#anniversary #civil-rights #kamala-harris

politics1 year ago•2 min saved

"Vice President Kamala Harris Commemorates Bloody Sunday Anniversary in Selma"

Vice President Kamala Harris is set to join the commemoration of the 59th anniversary of Bloody Sunday in Selma, Alabama, where law officers attacked Civil Rights demonstrators on the Edmund Pettus Bridge in 1965. The annual Selma Bridge Crossing Jubilee includes a march across the bridge and various events, with Harris expected to honor the civil rights movement and advocate for ongoing justice and protection of voting rights. U.S. Attorney General Merrick Garland is also slated to participate in the events, emphasizing the significance of Selma in the fight for voting rights and the need to address current challenges.

via The Associated Press|

#anniversary #civil-rights #kamala-harris

health2 years ago•2 min saved

"Miraculous Recovery: Selma Woman Overcomes Rare Disease, Escapes Weeks-Long ICU Stay"

Teah Bautista, a 25-year-old woman from Selma, California, has recovered from a rare disease that attacks the nervous system. After spending over two weeks in the ICU at Kaiser Permanente, she was diagnosed with Myelin Oligodendrocyte Glycoprotein Antibody Associated Disease (MOGAD). Despite initial difficulties, Bautista has made significant progress in her recovery through intensive rehabilitation. She credits her faith, family support, and the care she received at Kaiser for her successful fight against the disease.

via KFSN-TV|

#health #mogad #nervous-system

business2 years ago•2 min saved

Macy's Rival Belk Closing Selma Store with Up to 60% Off

Belk, a rival of Macy's, is closing its Selma, Alabama store after 18 years in business. The store is offering a 60% discount on all merchandise until its official closing on Monday, June 5. Belk officials cited a "careful review of our business" as the reason for the closure. The trend of store closures is not unique to Belk, as major retailers such as JcPenney, Walmart, Best Buy, Macy's, and Party City have also announced closures this year.

via Daily Mail|

#belk #business #macys