To be clear: the lower court said the map intentionally discriminates against black people in violation of the *constitution* (not just the VRA) and the MAGA Majority of SCOTUS is saying "that's ok now."
This is truly one of the worst things the court has done — both in terms of legitimacy and in terms of the law — since I have been covering the court.
"Adam Hamawy, a surgeon who became a hero of the pro-Palestine movement after treating patients in Gaza, is heading to Congress after winning a Democratic primary in southern New Jersey"
Hands down, one of the most exciting moments of my life.
This is a HUGE step forward for academic labor in MD and in the U.S.
Yesterday was a true game changer for thousands of educators in Maryland. 9,000 workers in higher education will have a voice at the table to shape the colleges & universities students & staff deserve! bsky.app/profile/uam-...
This is heartbreaking. I stand with faculty, students and staff at The New School and @newschoolaaup.bsky.social
BREAKING: The Supreme Court upheld an Alabama Congressional map that denies Black voters fair representation.
This decision flies in the face of democracy and is another critical blow to our voting rights.