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Alaska Native racism detailed
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THURSDAY, MAY 9, 2002 An advisory panel to the U.S. Commission on Civil Rights has issued a report on racism in the state of Alaska. The report details discrimination felt by Alaska Natives in schools, the workplace and the justice system. It was developed after a series of statewide hearings were held after three white youths attacked Alaska Natives with a paint-ball gun. The report contains 43 recommendations. Get the Story:
Report finds racism (The Anchorage Daily News 5/9) Relevant Links:
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