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I am a liberal democrat, and unless i had to to vote i would affiliate myself with any party.

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During the time of segregation 4 african american kids went and sat at a "whites only" counter. Within three days hundreds joined and it became a movement to desegregate lunch counters. They later created a group called the SNCC who would be a big part of the freedom rides and voting rights in the south. This was important because it started a domino effect as soon as one group did it, everyone else realized they could do it too. Without a small jump start we wouldn't be where we are today. I feel students today can learn from them that it doesn't take an army, only a small group to make waves and create change.

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7. My political socialization - Demographics 

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7. My political socialization - Demographics 

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I am younger and people in my generation tend to be more open minded and more politically active. Also i am white so my privilege gives me the benefit of helping use my voice to represent those that don't have one or aren't given the chance to have one. Also, I grew up poor and struggled a lot so it made me want to be better and make sure others don’t struggle how i did activism is a way to do that.

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My brother has been a big influence on my political ideology. I grew up around him while he was in college studying to be a teacher. He is very far left leaning and got me into activism, social justice and the real history of america which i'm grateful for. He still teaches me more and more today about issues going on i have learned more about politics and history from him than any of my teachers ever has.

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1. ted talk - motherhood as a African American woman 

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1. ted talk - motherhood as a African American woman 

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She speaks about how the prospect of motherhood as a black woman in america is scary. Seeing as her son or daughter could be targeted simply because of their skin, she doesn't want to live to see her futurechild become a statistic.

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Mwende "FreeQuency" Katwiwa: Black life at the intersection of birth and death

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"It is the artist's job to unearth stories that people try to bury with shovels of complacency and time," says poet and freedom fighter Mwende "FreeQuency" Katwiwa. Performing her poem "The Joys of Motherhood," Katwiwa explores the experience of Black mothers in America and discusses the impact of the Movement for Black Lives -- because, she says, it's impossible to separate the two.

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2. Know your rights - what to do if immigration agents/ICE is at your door 

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2. Know your rights - what to do if immigration agents/ICE is at your door 

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I learned that you do not have to open the door... you can actually talk to them through the door and if they don't speak your language you can ask for a translator. Also, if they force their way in that you have the right to remain silent and ask for a lawyer.

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Demian Bichir: What To Do If Immigration Agents Are At Your Door

Know Your Rights wallet cards available on shop.aclu.org.

If officers are at your door, keep the door closed and ask if they are Immigration agents, or from ICE.

Ask the agents what they are there for.

Opening the door does not give the agents permission to come inside, but it is safer to speak to ICE through the door.

If the agents don't speak your language, ask for an interpreter.

If the agents want to enter, ask them if they have a warrant signed by a judge. If ICE agents do not have a warrant signed by a Judge, you may refuse to open the door or let them in. An administrative warrant of removal from immigration authorities is not enough.

If they say they have a warrant, ask them to slip the warrant under the door.

Look at the top and at the signature line to see if it was issued by a court and signed by a judge. Only a court/judge warrant is enough for entry into your premises. One issued by DHS or ICE and signed by a DHS or ICE employee is not.
An example of an order by a judge An example of an order by ICE
Do not open your door unless ICE shows you a judicial search or arrest warrant naming a person in your residence and/or areas to be searched at your address.

In all other cases, keep the door closed. State: "I do not consent to your entry."

If agents force their way in anyway, do not attempt to resist. If you wish to exercise your rights, state: "I do not consent to your entry or to your search of these premises. I am exercising my right to remain silent. I wish to speak with a lawyer as soon as possible."

Everyone in the residence may also exercise the right to remain silent.

Do not lie or show false documents. Do not sign any papers without speaking to a lawyer. If you need more information, contact your local ACLU affiliate at aclu.org/affiliates

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What To Do If Immigration Agents (ICE) Are At Your Door

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Jump to navigation Skip navigation If officers are at your door, keep the door closed and ask if they are Immigration agents, or from ICE. Ask the agents what they are there for. Opening the door does not give the agents permission to come inside, but it is safer to speak to ICE through the door.

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This song is about how if america wasn't run on a military industrial complex we wouldn't need military or cops. It describes a world where anarchy and communism are implemented in a correct way and how it will meet EVERY ones needs. This resonates with me because i believe capitalism and the military industrial complex in our country is terrible.. when you need war to keep the economy a float there's something that needs to be changed.

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4. German artist puts feminist messages on sanitary napkins 

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4. German artist puts feminist messages on sanitary napkins 

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An article from the independent, UK talks about an artist in Germany name Elone, who wanted to spread the message of feminism, and to do that she attached feminist messages and rape culture messages to pads and posted them around the city. This specific picture spoke to me because i feel its true - if men were as disgusted or even aware of how disgusting their actions are and shamed themselves for it as much as they shamed girls for having a period.. i feel there would be less sexual assault.

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I consider myself to be a  radical but my views mostly fit with liberal views. I think everyone should have equal rights and equal opportunity - i believe that the power should belong to JUST the people and there shouldn't be a small majority running the government. This is important to me because i grew up poor and am a minority now by being in the gay community - i do not want people to be discriminated against because of something they cant control.