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Hello, 👋 Welcome to The REYET Up Newsletter!🔥 Thank you to everyone who has supported our efforts at Reyets, as we continue to empower others to know their rights. This week we talk about stop and frisk, Julian Bond, and a civic platform that educates the youth on civil rights.
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Do I have the right to say no to a stop-and-frisk? |
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Hey there Changemaker! If you're wondering about your right to refuse a police search, look no further - Reyets has got you covered. Following the landmark case of Terry V. Ohio and the Fourth Amendment, police are obligated to have reasonable suspicion that a crime has been, is being, or is about to be committed by the individual in question. Therefore, if you are stopped by the police and they request to search you, inquire whether they have reasonable suspicion. If they do not, they are not legally permitted to search you. Remember, you have the right to decline a stop and frisk, stay informed, and be empowered to uphold your rights in any situation. Learn more about what to do if you are stopped by the police here. |
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🙋🏽♀️ Civil Rights Pioneer Introducing Julian Bond |
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Julian Bond, born in Nashville, Tennessee in 1940, initially studied at Morehouse College but left to join protests against segregation. While at Morehouse, he played a key role as one of the founding members of the Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee, which organized sit-ins and freedom rides to fight against bus segregation. In 1965, following the passage of voting rights legislation that empowered Black Americans, Bond was elected to the Georgia House of Representatives. At the young age of 28, he led an alternative delegation from Georgia to the Democratic National Convention and was even nominated for the Vice Presidency of the United States, although he was deemed too young to serve. Seven years later, Bond joined the Southern Poverty Law Center, focusing on civil rights issues. He went on to serve as president for eight years and remained on the board until his passing. Bond served four terms in the House of Representatives before being elected to the Senate in 1975, where he served six terms. Julian Bond was a dedicated individual who sought to uplift the African American community through any means necessary. |
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⚡️ 'It's dead! It's dead!' Iowans cheer demise of bill to end gender identity as a civil right (Des Moines Register) Civil rights activist celebrates 97th birthday, return to NC with Fayetteville ceremony (Wral News)
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iCivics is a platform dedicated to promoting widespread civic education in America. The platform strives to educate the younger generation by offering highly engaging civic resources to teachers and students nationwide. Founded by Justice Sandra Day O’Connor in 2009, iCivics aims to ensure that all Americans have the necessary education and tools to actively participate in self-government. With a civic library containing over 260 resources, including literacy tools and educational video games, iCivics is a valuable resource for those interested in enhancing their civic knowledge. Explore iCivics today to discover more about the journey towards educating the next generation on civic education. |
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