Each year, new laws impact every aspect of our lives. Of the more than 200 new laws that went into effect January 1, NewsOne spotlights the more controversial, questionable and bizarre legislation of 2012. SEE ALSO: Where Are The Good Roles For Black Actresses? California If you are a teacher in California, you will now […]
From the New York Times: President Obama signed legislation on Tuesday reducing longstanding federal sentencing disparities between those caught with crack and those arrested with powder cocaine, finalizing a bipartisan consensus addressing a racially polarizing law enforcement debate. Mr. Obama made no comments as he signed the bill, but during his 2008 presidential campaign, he […]
