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Malcolm X: A Revolutionary Voice For Civil Rights

A sketch of Malcolm X / Illustration GDJ / Pixabay

Malcolm X, born Malcolm Little on May 19, 1925, in Omaha, Nebraska, remains one of the most influential and controversial figures in the history of the American civil rights movement. His journey from a troubled youth to a powerful advocate for Black empowerment and human rights has left an indelible mark on the fight for racial justice in the United States and beyond.

Early Life And Transformation

Malcolm X’s early life was marked by hardship and trauma. His father, Earl Little, a Baptist minister and supporter of Marcus Garvey’s … Continue

Defenders Defines: CRA

This YouTube video was produced by Defenders Of Wildlife.

What is the Congressional Review Act and what does it have to do with wildlife? Join Sr. Government Legislative Counsel, Chris Westfall, to find out!

Transcript:

The CRA is the Congressional Review Act. It’s a law that allows Congress to expedite their legislative processes, to repeal regulations that might protect wildlife or protect public lands. Defenders is focused on a lot of different regulations that the presidential administration is putting out through agencies. So, when the Department of the Interior protects public lands or the Fish and Wildlife Service does … Continue