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Louisiana Seeks To Redefine Who Is Considered Black To Limit Black Representation

Louisiana Seeks To Redefine Who Is Considered Black To Limit Black Representation

As of 2000, the US Census allows for citizens to choose multiple racial identities to define themselves. Although this flexibility is meant to allow for greater diversity and move away from racist policies such as the “one drop rule,”Louisiana’s Republican-controlled government is attempting to use this reform against the state’s Black citizens. Specifically, Louisiana is […]