The horrific attacks on Paris generated disturbing reactions from pundits and politicians. The mayor of Roanoake, Virginia, announced his opposition to accepting refugees citing the incarceration of Japanese Americans during World War II. Commentators reminded us of another shameful episode in our nation’s history during the Holocaust when we turned away Jews fleeing death andContinueContinue reading “Resources to Fight Bigotry Against Muslims”
Category Archives: Implicit Bias
EJS Applauds SCOTUS Fair Housing Decision Citing Implicit Bias
The Equal Justice Society applauds the U.S. Supreme Court’s ruling today in Texas Department of Housing v. The Inclusive Communities Project confirming the continued importance of disparate impact as a tool for addressing housing discrimination under the Fair Housing Act. In this decision, the Supreme Court reaffirmed 45 years of legal precedent, including eleven appellateContinueContinue reading “EJS Applauds SCOTUS Fair Housing Decision Citing Implicit Bias”
Mind Science Conference June 1-2 in Oakland
Our Mind Science Conference begins at 9 a.m. on Monday, June 1, and continues through June 2. If you’re a registered attendee, please visit our conference page for directions, a PDF of the program, and other information. This conference is presented by the Equal Justice Society, the National Center for Youth Law, the Haas InstituteContinueContinue reading “Mind Science Conference June 1-2 in Oakland”