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Activists Rally as Trump Undoes Civil Rights Progress

5/5/2025

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In just 100 days of President Trump's second term, his administration has rolled back vital civil rights protections, dismantled diversity initiatives, and shuttered civil rights offices. Activists fear these drastic measures could undo years of hard-fought progress, igniting a passionate call for renewed activism to defend democracy and equality.

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In just 100 days of President Trump's second term, his administration has rolled back vital civil rights protections, dismantled diversity initiatives, and shuttered civil rights offices. Activists fear these drastic measures could undo years of hard-fought progress, igniting a passionate call for renewed activism to defend democracy and equality.