Exposing the truth and fiction of racial data

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This article examines the political and legal aspects of collecting racial data by the government in California, focusing on a proposed 2004 ballot measure to prevent the state from compiling such information. Topics include the role of Ward Connerly in supporting the measure and how racial data is used in public policy.

Affirmative Action, Political aspects, Privacy, Right of, Right of privacy, Connerly, Ward, Racial profiling

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Who's watching your credit?

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The article examines pending legislation in California that would limit the access businesses have to personal credit histories in order to prevent red-lining, or discriminatory practices. The bills currently pending would ban insurance companies from using credit scoring during any phase of the insurance process.

Government expenditures, Insurance industry, Prevention, Economic policy, Credit ratings, Discrimination in insurance, Insurance discrimination, Credit bureaus, Discrimination in consumer credit, Credit discrimination

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California takes on Uncle Sam

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The article examines the medical marijuana issue as an arena for contesting federal and state rights and legal supremacy. Discussion focuses on California's 1996 passage of Proposition 215, which allows critically ill persons to use marijuana, and federal intervention such as raids by the Drug Enforcement Admin.

United States, Analysis, Interpretation and construction, Powers and duties, Medical marijuana, State rights, Health policy, Federal-state controversies, United States. Drug Enforcement Administration

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