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The Green Book: How Traveling Black Americans Navigated Jim Crow
Decades before desegregation and the passage of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Black Americans struggled to travel throughout the … More
A Short History of Black Labor Movements in America
Born out of necessity, America’s Black labor movements have left an indelible mark upon the social fabric of our country. … More
Rediscovering Local Legends: Louisville’s First Black Council Members
Local government leaders hardly ever garner the attention or acclaim held by federal or even state government leaders. The level … More
Louisville Public Defenders Have Unionized
Public defenders with the Louisville Metro Public Defender’s Office voted to unionize 32-5 earlier this year. Their story is a … More
Felon Re-Enfranchisement: Balancing the Needs of Strong Law Enforcement and Fair Justice Systems
Too often, political issues are depicted as a choice between two extremes. If you support criminal justice reform, you’re soft … More
A Left-Wing Approach to the Question of Universal Suffrage
Felons have long been barred from voting in the state of Kentucky. In 2019, Governor Andy Beshear signed an executive … More
Kentucky Stands Alone on Felon Disenfranchisement
Policymakers in state governments often take inspiration from surrounding states to implement changes in policy at home. Doing this gives … More
The Kentucky Roots of Marriage Equality in Obergefell v. Hodges
The Louisville Political Review looks at monumental court cases that have defined the city of Louisville, and the Commonwealth of … More
Clay v. United States: A Pivotal Moment in War Ethics
The Louisville Political Review looks at monumental court cases that have defined the city of Louisville, and the Commonwealth of … More
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