By James Wright
Three high-profile cases challenging the nation's civil rights laws and efforts to remedy age-old discrimination against Blacks and minorities in voting, employment and lending practices were on the docket for argument before the U.S. Supreme Court in late April.
The case that has drawn the most national attention from many Black groups and civil rights advocates challenges the constitutionality of Section 5 of the Voting Rights Act of 1965.
The case, Northwest Austin Municipal Utility District No.1 vs. Holder, was presented before the court on April 29. Read more...
Three high-profile cases challenging the nation's civil rights laws and efforts to remedy age-old discrimination against Blacks and minorities in voting, employment and lending practices were on the docket for argument before the U.S. Supreme Court in late April.
The case that has drawn the most national attention from many Black groups and civil rights advocates challenges the constitutionality of Section 5 of the Voting Rights Act of 1965.
The case, Northwest Austin Municipal Utility District No.1 vs. Holder, was presented before the court on April 29. Read more...
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