Reflections on a case (of motherhood)
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An attorney and her client, foster care mother Lucy Parsons, formed a deep bond as they faced sexist and racist problems, typical of the foster care system, during proceedings to help Parsons regain custody of three foster children removed from her home following a corporal punishment incident. A psychologist had recommended the return and adoption of the two younger children, but legal and bureaucratic problems prevented Parsons from adopting the children for several years. The proceedings revealed the problems plaguing the system, and prompted Parsons' attorney to look at ways her role as a mother affected her legal work.
Publication Name: Columbia Law Review
Subject: Law
ISSN: 0010-1958
Year: 1995
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A Man Hoping for a Miracle
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The Lebanese political situation remains very volatile. President Amin Gemayel recently met with a rival Maronite chieftain, but the purpose of the meeting is unknown. There are speculations regarding the position of the Syrian president. The various factions seem to hold contradictory viewpoints, but there may be some hint of Moslem flexibility. Gemayel may visit Western leaders in Europe.
Publication Name: Economist
Subject: Economics
ISSN: 0013-0613
Year: 1984
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Yamanaka, Lois-Ann
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Lois-Ann Yamanaka wrote novels that focused on the rural working class in Hawaii who speak Hawaiian Creole English, a pidgin language which she has sought to preserve. Among her popular works include 'Wild Meat and the Bully Burgers,' 'Blu's Hanging' and 'Heads by Harry.'
Publication Name: Current Biography
Subject: History
ISSN: 0011-3344
Year: 1999
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