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100 Ways Donald Trump Has Threatened Human Rights Around The World In 100 Days

Compiling the list was "really easy," Amnesty USA's executive director said.
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A Principal's Order To Keep White Students Together Is Even Worse Than It Sounds

The district has a long history of alleged discrimination against black students.
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Rolling Back The Clock In 100 Days: Trump And LGBTQ Rights

Let’s look at some of the lowlights, in chronological order.
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DeVos' Pick to Head Civil Rights Office Once Said She Faced Discrimination for Being White

Candice Jackson’s intellectual journey raises questions about how actively she will investigate allegations of unfair treatment of minorities and women.
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LGBTQ Advocates Horrified By Trump Administration's Civil Rights Appointment

“It is going to have a serious, probably devastating impact," one advocate said.
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DHS Finally Vows To Fully Join Investigation Into 'Hate-Inspired Attacks'

The feds have been criticized for what some call a late response to the rash of threats since January.
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Activists Say Betsy DeVos Nomination Puts Civil Rights On The Line

Trump's pick for Department of Education head faces questions about her experience at a confirmation hearing Tuesday.
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Major Civil Rights Groups Defend Feds' Title IX Enforcement

“Unfortunately, the Department is facing unwarranted criticism for doing its job,” says a letter sent to the education secretary.
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Lawsuit Targets Education Department Over Guidance On College Sexual Assault Policies

The Obama administration is accused of violating the law when it issued “substantive” new Title IX rules.
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GOP Pushes Education Department To Defend Handling Of Sexual Assault Cases

Obama's pick to lead the department can expect to spend the next year justifying its treatment of colleges.
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