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Black History Month: Steps toward dismantling systemic racism in the U.S. 

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Today, a House Judiciary subcommittee is hosting a hearing to discuss the H.R. 40 bill which seeks to create a commission that would explore reparations for Black Americans who have faced disproportionate disadvantages due to long lasting systemic racism. If passed, this would be a major step toward dismantling systemic racism in the U.S. 
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A closer look at the Latinos nominated to Biden's Cabinet

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Representation and diversity have been central to President Biden’s choices for top White House positions. As promised during the 2020 election, the Cabinet nominations are many historic "firsts" including multiple Latinos nominated to the Cabinet. 

President Biden to propose immigration reform bill that will legalize 11 million

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During his first days in office, President Joe Biden's first agenda is to address the long-elusive goal of immigration reform with a groundbreaking legislative package and immigration bill that will grant a quicker pathway to citizenship for an estimated 11 million immigrants who are in the country without legal status. 
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Martin Luther King’s Day: Which “DREAM” is dying in America?

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Today, Martin Luther King’s dream seems more unreachable than ever, and his aspirations for a more equal and inclusive society feels like a defeat in light of recent events in Washington DC. But is Dr. King’s Dream really the one that is dying?
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COVID19 Vaccination marks historic day in New Jersey

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As Covid19 vaccination marks a historic day in New Jersey, Gov. Phil Murphy and First Lady Tammy Murphy watched the first five New Jersey healthcare workers being vaccinated.

"Kids in Cages" Warehouse detention center shuts down for renovations

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The U.S. Customs and Border Protection announces shut down of…

Don't let Pres Trump keep you from participating in the 2020 Census

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The 2020 census is a time for every person residing in the U.S.…
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Northeast Governors coordinate COVID-19 efforts in regional health/economy

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Northeast Governors are joining the multi-state council to restore the economy and get people back to work. This announcement builds on the states’ ongoing regional approach to combatting the COVID-19 pandemic.

Latina leader Sara Peña impacts young lives through community empowerment

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Sara Peña is a Newark native working toward community empowerment.…